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How to watch a restored film
A restoration is an invitation to notice both the movie and the careful work that carries it forward.
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Why the movie theater still matters
The big screen is more than a larger way to watch. It changes the attention we bring to a story.
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The language of a close-up
One face can carry a scene, but the meaning comes from what a filmmaker chooses to show around it.
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How to read a film review
A useful review opens up a movie without making the decision for you.
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Tallgrass Film Festival opens four days of independent cinema
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The art of a television season
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