Cinema Studies

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Timothy Corrigan

About the Professor

Timothy Corrigan is a professor of English and Cinema Studies at the University of Pennsylvania. His work has focused mainly on modern American cinema and contemporary international film. He regards Andre Bazin as the greatest writer within his field.

Personal Writing Process

Professor Corrigan begins his writing process by finding a topic he finds interesting. For him, it is essential to be able to write passionately about a given subject. Next, he begins to research and analyze the context of the topic. After, he works through drafts and revisions of his writing. Finally, Corrigan shares his work with others in the field to receive feedback and critiques that can help improve the piece.