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Author profile: Jane Kirkpatrick

Dr Jane Kirkpatrick is a Senior Lecturer in Politics and International Relations at the University of the West of England, Bristol, and a Director at E-IR. Her research focuses on civil society, parliaments, and the pedagogical use of media such as videogames in politics and international relations. She is a co-author of Watching the Watchers: Parliament and the Intelligence Services.

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Review – Fiume o Morte!

Jane Kirkpatrick • Dec 3 2025 • Features

Irreverent and incisive, Fiume o Morte! reimagines D’Annunzio’s Fiume venture, exposing the theatrical roots of nationalist politics and the contested memories left behind.

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Review – Through the Darkest of Times

Jane Kirkpatrick • Jul 20 2024 • Features

This emotive and thought-provoking videogame successfully recognises the complexities and significance of lesser-known efforts to resist the Nazi regime within Germany.

Review – 1979 Revolution: Black Friday

Jane Kirkpatrick • Feb 11 2017 • Features

Departing from cliché this game takes its subject and audience seriously, delivering an engaging and entertaining story about a key event that has shaped the Middle East.

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