Archivist Stan Taffel's story about rediscovering the 1922 Rudolph Valentino film in 'Film Is Dead. Long Live Film!' highlights the importance of film preservation.
Rick Prelinger advocates for a new approach to working with film archives, emphasizing the need to think creatively and move beyond exclusivity and scarcity.
The documentary showcases the dedication of film collectors in rescuing valuable pieces of history, including those capturing significant moments in the Black American experience.
Historian Eric Grayson's work on compiling 'The King of the Kongo' exemplifies the intricate process of restoring and preserving early films, involving multiple sources and extensive efforts.
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