Announcing the newly published Latinx Representation in Film Research Guide. This guide is part of the “Cine Latine: Shaping Latino Representation at the Movies” project implemented by Junior Fellows, the Hispanic Reading Room, the National Audio-Visual Conservation Center and others.
Tell us your favorite Latine movies to be part of the Library of Congress Cine Latine Filmography! We are building a list of movies that represent Latine / Hispanic American experiences.
A highlight of the Library of Congress Festival of Film & Sound includes a special screening of W.C. Fields in one of his few surviving silent films. "So's Your Old Man" (1926) will be shown in 35mm made from the original nitrate camera negative, and will feature live music accompaniment.
Inspired by the out-pouring of love and good sportsmanship displayed around Damar Hamlin's recent health scare, the Library's own Stacie Seifrit-Griffin looks at the sports classic "Knute Rockne, All American" (1940) and other audio-visual celebrations of America's love for athletics.
One of the greatest gifts we can give ourselves is to follow our dreams. It’s not always easy and many will want you to fail, but with the friends you make and a strong conviction, the mark you leave can make an impact even when you don’t realize it. Such is the life of Antonia …
It’s hard to believe that it’s been five years since the passing of comedic legend Don Rickles. While his iconic career in stand-up, television and film spanned almost six decades, it may be his role in “Toy Story” that is his most beloved. “Toy Story” (1995) was inducted into the Library of Congress National Film …
So much to celebrate as this sweet little girl turns 76, and the musical film that made her a star celebrates 50 years since its 1972 theatrical debut. Liza Minnelli was born on March 12, 1946 into true Hollywood royalty and all that it encompasses. Her father, the great film director Vincente Minnelli, and her …
Yesterday we learned of the passing of William Hurt, and today, internet, cable and even broadcast news will be filled with stories of his award-winning career spanning over 50 years and over 100 credits. Hurt holds a respected place in cinema for being nominated for the best actor Oscar for three consecutive years; “Kiss of …
