A roll call of 700 films makes up the National Film Registry, reflecting the diversity of American cinema and its cultural significance.
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A roll call of 700 films makes up the National Film Registry, reflecting the diversity of American cinema and its cultural significance.
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James H. Billington, the Librarian of Congress, discusses the National Film Registry in "These Amazing Shadows." The 2011 documentary details the registry's role in preserving American cinema. It features interviews with notable figures like George Takei and Rob Reiner. Filmed in various locations, including New York City, the film highlights a diverse array of films that reflect American culture and history. It aired on PBS's Independent Lens on December 29, 2011.
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Why Watch
- Meet directors like Paul Mariano and Kurt Norton
- Find out about the National Film Registry
- See contributions from Leonard Maltin and George Takei
Did You Know
- The film was an official selection at the 2011 Sundance Film Festival.
- It received the CINE Golden Eagle Award in December 2011.
- The film holds a 75% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes based on 12 reviews.
- It was broadcast on PBS's Independent Lens on December 29, 2011.
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Who directed the documentary These Amazing Shadows?
These Amazing Shadows was directed by Paul Mariano and Kurt Norton.
When was These Amazing Shadows broadcast on PBS?
These Amazing Shadows was broadcast on PBS on December 29, 2011.
What awards did These Amazing Shadows win?
These Amazing Shadows won the CINE Golden Eagle Award and was named Best Documentary at the Savannah Film Festival and Louisville's International Festival of Film in December 2011.
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