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Posted by: Stacie Seifrit-Griffin
Today, we look at this year's Library of Congress Lavine/Ken Burns Prize for Film honoring the life and work of Luis Valdez. We also share how documentary filmmakers can learn more about the prize and submit their work for future consideration.
Posted in: Film/Video, Motion Pictures, National Film Registry
Posted by: Stacie Seifrit-Griffin
It’s that time of year! There are less than two weeks left to submit your recommendations for the 2025 National Film Registry. More details and nomination form included.
Posted in: Film/Video, Motion Pictures, National Film Registry, National Recording Registry
Posted by: Stacie Seifrit-Griffin
This month marks the 55th anniversary of one of NASA’s most remarkable missions and thirty years since the release of the film that brought the harrowing story to the big screen. Today, Ron Howard reveals his personal feelings about the making of "Apollo 13."
Posted in: Film Essay, Film/Video, Motion Pictures, National Film Registry
Posted by: Stacie Seifrit-Griffin
Watch the announcement video and learn more about the 25 films inducted into the 2024 National Film Registry.
Posted in: Black Films, Film/Video, Motion Pictures, National Audio-Visual Conservation Center, National Film Registry
Posted by: Stacie Seifrit-Griffin
In honor of Teacher Appreciation Week, Edward James Olmos shares his feelings about math teacher Jaime Escalante and the making of the film “Stand and Deliver" (1988). Based on a true story, Mr. Escalante inspired his underprivileged East Los Angeles students to undertake an intensive program in math and calculus, achieve high test scores and improve their sense of self-worth.
Posted in: Film Essay, Film/Video, Motion Pictures, National Film Registry
Posted by: Stacie Seifrit-Griffin
Today, we look at the fascinating life of silent film star Colleen Moore, and how a split-screen camera trick makes "Ella Cinders" (1926) one of her funniest and most memorable films of all time.
Posted in: Comedy, Film Essay, Motion Pictures, National Film Registry
Posted by: Stacie Seifrit-Griffin
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas at the Library of Congress, and if you’ve never visited the beautiful Jefferson Building in Washington, D.C., now really is the most wonderful time of the year! Join us on Thursday, December 21 and Thursday, December 28 as we continue to celebrate the 2023 National Film Registry. …
Posted in: Film/Video, Motion Pictures, National Film Registry, Packard Campus Theater
Posted by: Stacie Seifrit-Griffin
The Librarian of Congress announces 25 films added to the National Film Registry. See the announcement video and complete list.
Posted in: Film/Video, Motion Pictures, National Film Registry
Posted by: Stacie Seifrit-Griffin
In anticipation of this Saturday's National Book Festival, I can't help but think about films on the National Film Registry that were adapted from books. There is one book-to-film that you may find very interesting as you plan your visit to Washington, DC. "All the President's Men" centers around the infamous Watergate scandal, takes place in our nation's capital, and includes some beautiful scenes filmed at the Library of Congress.
Posted in: Film Essay, Motion Pictures, National Film Registry