Research Guides: Film: Home

Learning Outcomes

After reviewing this guide, students should be able to:

Locate and utilize ECU Libraries' resources such as books, articles, and reference materials
Locate films on physical media (DVDs & VHS) or in special streaming databases
Cite sources in MLA style
Communicate with a librarian for research assistance.

Joyner Library Website Tour

Guide on the Side is a tutorial that will appear on the left side of your internet browser. It will walk you around the Joyner Library homepage while the website is still active.

Study Film

Film loop created by Tech Noir from footage from Mr. Turner (2014).

Looking for Hollywood Blockbuster Movies?

The libraries subscribe to many streaming video databases with documentaries and other educational videos. But what if you are looking for a Hollywood movie? Try these databases first:

Kanopy This link opens in a new window
Streaming service which delivers films from thousands of leading producers such as Universal Paramount, The Great Courses, New Day Films, PBS, First Run Features, Media Education Foundation, Documentary Educational Resources, etc. Movies, videos, and documentaries cover all genres. Topics include: the arts, business, education, global studies and languages, health, media and communications, sciences, social sciences and various instructional videos. Captioning and transcripts available.
Swank This link opens in a new window
Streaming service that licenses public performances and movies to numerous non-theatrical markets, including U.S. colleges and universities. Contains over 25,000 films, documentaries and TV shows.