10% OFF

ON THE TOTAL FEE

Input this Professional Credit at checkout for a max $30.00 offset.

FAST10

10% OFF

ON THE TOTAL FEE

Input this Professional Credit at checkout for a max $30.00 offset.

FAST10
** Fraud Prevention Notice      Be cautious of scams involving cloned emails and fake phone numbers requesting conference or journal fees. Only make payments via Science Net's official event platform and notify us immediately at [email protected] if you suspect fraud.

Hybrid Event

7th - 8th July 2026 | Johannesburg, South Africa

International Conference on Literature and Film Adaptation Studies (ICLFAS - 26)

4

Days

4

Hrs

07

Min

02

Sec

Conference Program

Session Tracks

SDG Wheel

Aligned with

UN Sustainable Development Goals

This conference contributes to global sustainability by aligning its research discussions and academic sessions with key United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. It fosters knowledge exchange, innovation, and collaborative engagement.

Why it matters

SDG 4 — Quality Education
SDG 9 — Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
SDG 10 — Reduced Inequalities
SDG 11 — Sustainable Cities and Communities
SDG 12 — Responsible Consumption and Production
SDG 16 — Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
SDG 17 — Partnerships for the Goals
Explore All Session Tracks
Track 01
Narrative Structures in Literature and Film

This track explores the various narrative structures employed in both literature and film adaptations. Participants will analyze how these structures influence storytelling and audience engagement.

Track 02
Intertextuality and Adaptation

Focusing on the concept of intertextuality, this track examines how texts reference and reshape one another across different media. Scholars will discuss the implications of these relationships for understanding cultural narratives.

Track 03
Cultural Representation in Adaptations

This session investigates how cultural identities and representations are portrayed in literary adaptations to film. Discussions will highlight the impact of these representations on audience perceptions and cultural discourse.

Track 04
The Role of Media in Storytelling

This track analyzes the evolving role of various media forms in shaping narratives within literature and film. Participants will consider how technological advancements influence storytelling techniques and audience reception.

Track 05
Comparative Literature and Film Adaptation

This session encourages a comparative analysis of literary works and their film adaptations, focusing on thematic and stylistic differences. Scholars will explore how adaptations reinterpret original texts for new audiences.

Track 06
Adaptation Theory: Historical Perspectives

This track delves into the historical development of adaptation theory within literary and film studies. Participants will examine key theoretical frameworks and their application to contemporary adaptations.

Track 07
Genre and Adaptation: A Cross-Media Approach

Focusing on genre studies, this session investigates how different genres influence the adaptation process from literature to film. Discussions will include the challenges and opportunities presented by genre conventions.

Track 08
Audience Reception of Adaptations

This track explores how audiences engage with and interpret literary adaptations in film. Scholars will analyze factors influencing reception, including cultural background and prior knowledge of the source material.

Track 09
The Ethics of Adaptation: Authorship and Ownership

This session addresses the ethical considerations surrounding authorship and ownership in the adaptation process. Participants will discuss the implications of creative liberties taken in adapting literary works.

Track 10
Visual Storytelling: Cinematic Techniques in Adaptation

This track focuses on the cinematic techniques employed in film adaptations to enhance narrative depth. Scholars will explore how visual storytelling complements or contrasts with literary elements.

Track 11
The Future of Literature and Film Adaptation Studies

This session speculates on the future directions of literature and film adaptation studies in light of emerging trends and technologies. Participants will discuss potential research avenues and interdisciplinary collaborations.

2026 UPDATE

Consistent Academic Support

Science Net ensures that research activities continue without interruption in the current global situation. Participants can engage through digital and hybrid conference formats.