Early film theorists were more interested in writing essays on film theory than in teaching students in a classroom environment.

She is the daughter of Susan Murphy Dermody, a film theorist, historian, and director.

Mitry was one of few major film theorists who actually worked with film production.

Peter Wollen (born 29 June 1938, London) is a film theorist and writer.

Dudley Andrew (born 27 July 1945) is an American film theorist.

Keller refused to work within the confines set up by film theorists, many of whom have never made a film themselves.

Other important aspects explored by film theorists are the factors which distinguish narrativity in film from that of other art forms.

The designation was done by film theorists and critics.

Deren was also a choreographer, dancer, film theorist, poet, lecturer, writer and photographer.

Jonathan Beller is a film theorist, culture critic and medialogist.