Re: [Videolib] A.O. Scott's Review of Fritz Lang's Newly Restored METROPOLIS

2010-10-22 Thread m.loyer
I look very favorably on a film that has won an festivals or awards.  That perks my attention and then I look at what the film is about.Marsha LoyerMedia Services CoordinatorMishawaka-Penn-Harris Public Library209 Lincoln Way EastMishawaka, IN 46544Phone: 574-259-5277Fax: 574-254-5585Email: m.lo.

Re: [Videolib] A.O. Scott's Review of Fritz Lang's Newly Restored METROPOLIS

2010-10-22 Thread Brigid Duffy
I took typing. Woodshop would have been more fun, and there is a lot to be said for learning how to make things that last.. See you in KC. Brigid Duffy Academic Technology San Francisco State University San Francisco, CA 94132-4200 E-mail: bdu...@sfsu.edu On Oct 22, 2010, at 1:26 PM, Eliz

[Videolib] The Reel Mose and other books about theater workers

2010-10-22 Thread Michael May
I'm reading a fascinating and strange book about the life of a teenage motion picture projectionist in 1940s Texas: The Reel Mose: An Autobiography of a Motion Picture Theater Projectionist by Earl Moseley, Denver City, Tex: ReelGraphic, 1986. It has a great cover: http://www.dubuque.lib.ia.us/

Re: [Videolib] A.O. Scott's Review of Fritz Lang's Newly Restored METROPOLIS

2010-10-22 Thread alex
Thank you for contacting the Media Education Foundation. I am sorry to miss your message. I am attending the National Media Market and will return to the office on Friday, October 29th. If you have a question about sales or would like to place an order, please contact Kelly Marciano at 1-800-

Re: [Videolib] A.O. Scott's Review of Fritz Lang's Newly Restored METROPOLIS

2010-10-22 Thread Elizabeth Sheldon
If only I had taken typing instead of woodshop in 8th grade but as a budding feminist for some reason I thought the ability to build a clock was more important than being able to type. The things you learn as you go along in life. A good weekend to all. Best, Elizabeth On Oct 22, 2010, at

Re: [Videolib] multicultural film series on the them of "Veteran"

2010-10-22 Thread Filmakers Library
Filmakers Library film on the Vietnam War resistors may also be relevant to the Veterans theme. Disobeying Orders: G. I. Resistance to The Vietnam War This documentary focuses on the anti-war movement within the armed forces. It highlights the intersection of the civil rights and anti- war m

Re: [Videolib] again: videolib vs videonews

2010-10-22 Thread Marilyn Huntley
I like Gary's plan. Some of us will not be privileged to attend NMM, and we could use a bit of entertainment while we plug away at our regular work. Marilyn On 10/22/2010 3:07 PM, ghand...@library.berkeley.edu wrote: > Or, alternatively, Jessica and I can continue to snipe at each other in > the

Re: [Videolib] A.O. Scott's Review of Fritz Lang's Newly Restored METROPOLIS

2010-10-22 Thread Elizabeth Sheldon
You guys are terrific! Second half of this question: do you place greater value on festival films or does it depend on the film? For instance, we are releasing THE RED CHAPEL, which won Sundance in 2010. How relevant is the Sundance award to you or os hte subject alone compelling enough whe

Re: [Videolib] A.O. Scott's Review of Fritz Lang's Newly Restored METROPOLIS

2010-10-22 Thread Tatar, Becky
And of course, Roger Ebert - Chicago Sun-Times. Becky Tatar Periodicals/Audiovisuals Aurora Public Library 1 E. Benton Street Aurora, IL 60505 Phone: 630-264-4100 FAX: 630-896-3209 blt...@aurora.lib.il.us www.aurora.lib.il.us -Original Message- From: videolib-boun...@lists.berkeley.edu

Re: [Videolib] again: videolib vs videonews

2010-10-22 Thread Tatar, Becky
N - we won't all be there - and we'll miss you! :) Becky Tatar Periodicals/Audiovisuals Aurora Public Library 1 E. Benton Street Aurora, IL 60505 Phone: 630-264-4100 FAX: 630-896-3209 blt...@aurora.lib.il.us www.aurora.lib.il.us -Original Message- From: videolib-boun...@lists.berkel

Re: [Videolib] A.O. Scott's Review of Fritz Lang's Newly Restored METROPOLIS

2010-10-22 Thread Steffen, James M
Dear Kino: Other critics that come to mind... Dave Kehr also has a great blog and a regular column in the New York Times. Other critics I like to follow include Michael Sragow, Jonathan Rosenbaum and the terrific, widely read blogger Self-Styled Siren (http://selfstyledsiren.blogspot.com/). --

Re: [Videolib] again: videolib vs videonews

2010-10-22 Thread ghandman
Or, alternatively, Jessica and I can continue to snipe at each other in the void...pretty much the same thing we always do, but with fewer people to annoy. Gary > Since many of us will be at NMM, maybe we can declare a quiet week? I'll > be armed with an IPAD to keep up with email but would rath

Re: [Videolib] again: videolib vs videonews

2010-10-22 Thread CROWLEY, CHRISTINE
Since many of us will be at NMM, maybe we can declare a quiet week? I'll be armed with an IPAD to keep up with email but would rather talk in person in KC and have time to really visit with other colleagues and vendor reps. :) Christine Crowley Dean of Learning Resources Adjunct Faculty, Theatre N

Re: [Videolib] multicultural film series on the them of "Veteran"

2010-10-22 Thread Elizabeth Stanley
Hello, Randal, Here are a few titles from Bullfrog Films you may want to consider on the theme of "Veteran/Veterans": 1. The Good War And Those Who Refused to Fight It - DVD http://www.bullfrogfilms.com/catalog/gwar.html "A fascinating compelling look at WWII conscientious objectors...Highly

[Videolib] More praise for WB archives

2010-10-22 Thread Ralph Tomlinson
I'd second Jessica's statement. Do buy from Warner Archive. I have a list of titles I hope to add to our library's collection from the archive, including a number of the old Tarzan movies that I watched as a wee lad on Saturday afternoon TV. It's an amazing collection. Amazon offers many of the tit

Re: [Videolib] again: videolib vs videonews

2010-10-22 Thread ghandman
The form is at: https://calmail.berkeley.edu/manage/list/options/videolib@lists.berkeley.edu Unfortunately, you'll have to request your password (FORGET YOUR PASSWORD?) It's a stupid mail system, but I have no control. gary > Gary, > I am on my way out of the office to go to NMM - can you remin

Re: [Videolib] again: videolib vs videonews

2010-10-22 Thread Rosen, Rhonda J.
Gary, I am on my way out of the office to go to NMM - can you remind me (and others) how to do the vacation hold? Thanks, rhonda -Original Message- From: videolib-boun...@lists.berkeley.edu [mailto:videolib-boun...@lists.berkeley.edu] On Behalf Of ghand...@library.berkeley.edu Sent: F

[Videolib] again: videolib vs videonews

2010-10-22 Thread ghandman
Friday...and not a minute too soon. I need (AGAIN) to remind all subscribers to this list about the protocols for posting, and the difference between videolib and videonews. Videolib is a commercial-free discussion forum: as such, unsolicited (and that's an important distinction)notices, reviews

Re: [Videolib] A.O. Scott's Review of Fritz Lang's Newly Restored METROPOLIS

2010-10-22 Thread Kim Crowley
I always pay attention to Tony's reviews. kc Kim Crowley, Director Flathead County Library System phone: 406.758.5826 247 First Avenue East fax: 406.758.5868 Kalispell, MT. 59901-4598 kcrow...@flathead.mt.gov read our blog @ http://flatheadcountylibrary.blogspot.com/ _

[Videolib] A.O. Scott's Review of Fritz Lang's Newly Restored METROPOLIS

2010-10-22 Thread Elizabeth Sheldon
Dear Librarians, How relevant do you find reviews, such as the one below by A.O. Scott in today's New York Times, on the newly restored METROPOLIS to your selection of titles? We always promote Video Librarian, but what about film critics like A.O. Scott and others who write for mainstream m