Databases
Databases contain citations and/or full text access to journal articles, book chapters, etc., whether available at OU or not.
These resources require login with a current OU 4x4 and password.
- Film and Television Literature IndexBibliographic database covering the subjects of film and television theory, preservation and restoration, writing, production, cinematography, technical aspects, and reviews. This database indexes periodicals and technical publications. Some full text available.
- MLA International BibliographyCovers topics in literature, drama, and more. Materials indexed include journals, books, working papers, and conference proceedings.
- EBSCO CollectionA collection of databases provided by EBSCO. Selected databases can be searched simultaneously.
- WorldCatAn international, multi-disciplinary catalog of books, Internet resources, audio visual materials, manuscripts, maps, sound recordings and other materials held by over 20,000 libraries.
- Project MuseLargely full-text collection of articles from core journals. Generally limited to most recent 5-7 years.
- JSTOR (incorporates ARTstor)Full text of many core journals in various disciplines. For some titles, the most recent issues will not be available full text until after an embargo period.
- Google ScholarA subset of Google containing scholarly articles on all subjects. By accessing it through the library, you can link to content we own or request items via interlibrary loan.
Periodicals
Accessing most online content requires login with a current OU 4x4 and password.
- Media History Digital LibraryVarious titles provided by a non-profit initiative dedicated to digitizing collections of classic media periodicals that belong in the public domain for full public access. No login required.
- LanternThe interface to search all of the digitized content of the Media History Digital Library. Full-text and high-quality. No login required.
- Entertainment Industry Magazine Archive (1880-2000)Provides access to full runs of 26 major entertainment trade and consumer magazines, including Broadcasting, Billboard, Boxoffice, Melody Maker, The Stage and Variety.
- Jump Cut 1974-2000Full issues of Jump Cut alternative media criticism journal from 1974-2000, digitized from microfilm and hosted on the Internet Archive. No login required.
- Jump Cut 2001-presentSite of archived and current issues of Jump Cut. 2001 is Issue 44.
Click here to find OU Library's collection of almost 400 journals and magazines on film and television. Note: not all of the journals are currently in publication.
Where is the Full Text?
For a step-by-step explanation of how to get an article you've found in a database, see this guide.