Laura Mayne, Channel 4 and the British Film Industry, 1982–1998.

Townsend, Nathan

Laura Mayne's book, "Channel 4 and the British Film Industry, 1982–1998," published by Edinburgh University Press in 2024, provides a comprehensive study of Channel 4's impact on the British film industry during its early and middle years. The book delves into the broadcaster's involvement in policy formation, industrial practices, and debates on film and television aesthetics, offering a unique perspective on the institution's contributions to British, European, and American film cultures. Through a blend of primary and secondary sources, Mayne's work sheds light on Channel 4's role in shaping film financing activities, editorial selection, and international co-financing deals, positioning it as a significant player in the national film landscape.

SOCIAL realism; FILMMAKING; INDEPENDENT films; TELEVISION production & direction; FILM festivals; FORTUNE

Journal of British Cinema & Television, 2025, Vol 22, Issue 1, p144

1743-4521

Review

10.3366/jbctv.2025.0757