Re: [Videolib] Yipes!!! VHS only list

I'll try to sort through it. On Tue, Aug 16, 2011 at 6:51 PM, wrote: > YIPES!  I think I may have just overwritten someone's very recent > adds/changes to Chris' list.  If you've been working on the list, pls > check to make sure I haven't done a bad thing. > > g. > > > Gary Handman > Director >

Re: [Videolib] Of Gods and Men - DVD only

WOW. Sony agreed to sub license this. I bet those Brothers have some serious connections. On Tue, Aug 16, 2011 at 8:45 PM, Brigid Duffy wrote: > Some people have asked bout a DVD only copy of "Of Gods and Men" - > generally available as a DVD-BluRay combo. > > Ignatius Press is issuing a DVD onl

[Videolib] Of Gods and Men - DVD only

Some people have asked bout a DVD only copy of "Of Gods and Men" - generally available as a DVD-BluRay combo. Ignatius Press is issuing a DVD only edition for $23.96 plus shipping. http://www.ignatius.com/Products/OGM-M/of-gods-and-men.aspx Brigid Duffy Academic Technology San Francisco State

Re: [Videolib] vhs only list (again)

thanks and sorry! g > yeah, I think you wiped out my initial removal of "Cairo Station"... but I > saw that as a sign and so decided to leave it and add the DVD availability > info. :) > > Alex > > > On Tue, Aug 16, 2011 at 4:24 PM, wrote: > >> Great! >> >> The problem I was talking about was t

Re: [Videolib] vhs only list (again)

yeah, I think you wiped out my initial removal of "Cairo Station"... but I saw that as a sign and so decided to leave it and add the DVD availability info. :) Alex On Tue, Aug 16, 2011 at 4:24 PM, wrote: > Great! > > The problem I was talking about was the fact that if, say, I'm working on > t

Re: [Videolib] vhs only list (again)

Great! The problem I was talking about was the fact that if, say, I'm working on the list and then someone gets in and out with changes while I'm still working, and then I shoot my changes over--they wipe out the edits that came before. gary > That might have been me, Gary. I was trying to rem

Re: [Videolib] vhs only list (again)

I just now accessed Chris' wiki, and took the liberty of removing a duplicate title (Baby Face Nelson), and placing a couple of titles in alphabetical order. Antonella Ward Multimedia Support Librarian/Porter Henderson Library Angelo State University Member, Texas Tech University System ASU Stati

Re: [Videolib] vhs only list (again)

That might have been me, Gary. I was trying to remove Youssef Chahine's "Cairo Station" from the list, since we actually put that out on DVD a few years ago... but when I went back to the list it was still there. I like Tyra's idea though of leaving newly available titles on the list for awhile wit

Re: [Videolib] question about public performance rights

I would never make copies of the VHS tapes. I was trying to buy DVD's of old VHS tapes. I was trying to BUY dvd's for convenience sake for those patrons that prefer that format and in each case was willing to pay for public performance rights. In cases where that was not a possibility, I de

[Videolib] vhs only list (again)

ok...I guess we need a protocol for working on Chris' vhs only list...right, Chris? Only one of us can be working on it at a time, I guess...yes? So: Seems that the logical thing to do would be to notify the group via videolib if you're gonna be on. Gary Handman Director Media Resources Center

Re: [Videolib] question about public performance rights

I think Jessica may have beat me to it but... You're talking about two radically different things here: 1. First: making DVD copies from vhs or other formats can only be done under the provisions of Section 108...these provisions are pretty specific. Doing the deed for convenience sake alone i

[Videolib] Yipes!!! VHS only list

YIPES! I think I may have just overwritten someone's very recent adds/changes to Chris' list. If you've been working on the list, pls check to make sure I haven't done a bad thing. g. Gary Handman Director Media Resources Center Moffitt Library UC Berkeley 510-643-8566 ghand...@library.berkel

Re: [Videolib] question about public performance rights

But the tapes are still in good condition and work great and many have not been used all that much. I was trying to convert for convenience for those that prefer DVD, but if that is not an option, then we will keep the VHS since its works. But I wonder if I can market it as part of campus fil

Re: [Videolib] question about public performance rights

I think, unless there was actually a time limit written into the PPR contract, then the PPR is for the life of the item. regards jhs John H. Streepy Media Services Supervisor Library-Media Circulation James E. Brooks Library Central Washington University 400 East University Way Ellensburg, WA

[Videolib] Limits on rule of first sale

I've never maintained that this ruling makes anything that libraries are currently doing illegal The point of my message was to point out that this is an issue that has already been widely discussed in the (predominantly print) library world, and MAY lead to changes in how libraries may use mat

Re: [Videolib] Not specifically video - Court rules limits on rule of first sale for works manufactured outside the US

Sorry one last thing before I head off to dinner. I find it pretty specious of the defense lawyer to claim this was or would lead to rights holders manufacturing items outside the US to prevent them from being subject to the right of first sale. What the rights holder was objecting to in this case

Re: [Videolib] "VHS ONLY" updates?

I love the list!!! One correction to be made: Amazon.com is selling Yellow Submarine. Thanks, Julie Julie Bradford Assistant Head of Audio Visual Services 1919 West 81st AVE Merrillville, IN 46410 The best thing ever said by a four-year-old patron to my boss "Hey Lady, Where do you keep th

Re: [Videolib] question about public performance rights

Um well since you can't convert the VHS to DVD without the rights holders permission this kind of a moot point. I don't know if you have any old contract but a lot them specified life of tape anyway. On Tue, Aug 16, 2011 at 6:23 PM, wrote: > We have a number of old (very old, in some cases) film

Re: [Videolib] Not specifically video - Court rules limits on rule of first sale for works manufactured outside the US

The summery quotes the lawyer for the defendent and says one judge may have been swayed by the arguement but that does not mean that is what the ruling said or meant. This statement from a judge ruling for the majority seems to summarize why the ruled the way they did, and making copies of your pro

[Videolib] question about public performance rights

We have a number of old (very old, in some cases) films (often VHS) that when we purchased them came with public performance rights. I have proof of this from the catalogs/orders/receipts saved from that time period. Most just say, "includes public performance rights" which is about all their

Re: [Videolib] Not specifically video - Court rules limits on rule of first sale for works manufactured outside the US

The issue of encouraging printing/production to go overseas was specifically discussed in the court proceedings. You'll see it summarized in the document Deg sent. I can see why it's confusing, but the fact that section 109 is generally referred to as the first sale doctrine does not mean that

Re: [Videolib] "VHS ONLY" updates?

I think it's wise practice to leave previously unavailable titles on the list (for a while at least) and note newly available titles with a date and distributor. Maybe there also could be a 'bullpen' for new candidates---videos suspected of being unavailable on DVD. What a terrific tool---thank

Re: [Videolib] archival DVD

Though I am sure they will anyway make sure NFB gives you the best contact info it can on the rights holder it they can not sell it. On Tue, Aug 16, 2011 at 4:56 PM, Jo Ann Reynolds wrote: > Thanks, all. Obviously my memory failed me on the archival issue. > > NFB is checking in to it why they ar

Re: [Videolib] "VHS ONLY" updates?

I just made an update to the wiki; America America is available at Amazon so I left it on the list but put that it is available at amazon and todays date. jhs John H. Streepy Media Services Supervisor Library-Media Circulation James E. Brooks Library Central Washington University 400 East Unive

Re: [Videolib] "VHS ONLY" updates?

Cool list! I just did an "edit" to remove Ken Loach's "Kes," which was also recently released by Criterion, and Polanski's "Cul-de-Sac," which came out on Criterion today! Been hoping for that one for years. Are you also removing titles from the list if/when they're put on DVD-R ~ in the Warner Ar

Re: [Videolib] Not specifically video - Court rules limits on rule of first sale for works manufactured outside the US

OK I know this seems like the world turned upside down in terms of my saying the law would still permit both sale and loan of the material. There are two key bits here, one is that you are buying the item DIRECTLY from the source ( at least in my view) you are NOT importing it for resale. Inter lib

Re: [Videolib] Lincoln documentary

I've been a librarian for nearly 35 years and have not once heard Abe's name mentioned in any context. But that may just be Berkeley... Gary > I'm thinking of making a documentary on people who collect Abe Lincoln > memorabilia. Is Lincoln/Civil War still a popular topic for librarians? Is > th

[Videolib] Lincoln documentary

I'm thinking of making a documentary on people who collect Abe Lincoln memorabilia. Is Lincoln/Civil War still a popular topic for librarians? Is the market for Lincoln/Civil War completely crowded by a ton of other docs? Best, Scott Petersen http://www.MataOrtizMovie.com

Re: [Videolib] Not specifically video - Court rules limits on rule of first sale for works manufactured outside the US

Regardless of how the work was acquired or brought to the U.S., the ruling that has been made appears to say that first sale does not apply to works manufactured abroad. If that were so, libraries would not be able to rely on first sale to loan (via regular circulation services, via ILL, via any

Re: [Videolib] "VHS ONLY" updates?

Sure. It's meant as a community reference tool so mentioning that something was briefly available on DVD but no longer is useful info as one might be able to find a used copy. There are other titles on there with similar notations as I recall. On Tue, Aug 16, 2011 at 4:54 PM, Deborah Benrubi wrot

Re: [Videolib] "VHS ONLY" updates?

Chris, do you want to include updates about those that were released but have gone out of print? I noticed at least one, Yellow Submarine. On 8/16/2011 1:43 PM, Chris Lewis wrote: All are welcome to join the editing fun. There's an"edit this page" button at t

Re: [Videolib] archival DVD

Thanks, all. Obviously my memory failed me on the archival issue. NFB is checking in to it why they are no longer selling it and will get back to me. That's why I love this list. Jo Ann Jo Ann Reynolds Reserve Services Coordinator University of Connecticut Libraries 369 Fairfield Road, Unit 20

Re: [Videolib] "VHS ONLY" updates?

All are welcome to join the editing fun. There's an"edit this page" button at the top. Additionally I can scan changes in the "history" (and undo any erroneous or spam info if necessary) so there probably isn't a need to duplicate that. I fond it very helpful when contributors add recent release in

Re: [Videolib] "VHS ONLY" updates?

oh yeah: Beast from 20,000 Fathoms is also available Is your Wiki open for group editing? Maybe it should be, with the stipulation that additions or deletions be initialed and dated (or something) gary > Just back from vacation but yes I started a wiki called Classics not > on DVD. It's far fr

Re: [Videolib] "VHS ONLY" updates?

Hi Chris and thanks. This is really helpful BTW: Zazie Dans Le Metro has been released on Criterion http://www.criterion.com/films/27626-zazie-dans-le-metro > Just back from vacation but yes I started a wiki called Classics not > on DVD. It's far from perfect and hard to keep up to date but

Re: [Videolib] "VHS ONLY" updates?

Just back from vacation but yes I started a wiki called Classics not on DVD. It's far from perfect and hard to keep up to date but here it is: http://classicsnotondvd.wikispaces.com/ On Thu, Aug 4, 2011 at 4:42 PM, Ball, James (jmb4aw) wrote: > In Gary's original message there is this postscript

Re: [Videolib] archival DVD

Hi Jo Ann What you're asking for is most likely illegal. Did your institution own a legally acquired copy of the VHS? gary > Is there anyone out there who would be willing to make me an archival > copy of "Living with Dying" , directed by Reevan Dolgoy and produced by > Dale Phillips, 1991, 2

Re: [Videolib] archival DVD

Um I hate to point out the obvious but that is illegal. You can't make an "archival " copy of a film you never owned. Did you check with NFB for any further info? On Tue, Aug 16, 2011 at 4:02 PM, Jo Ann Reynolds wrote: > Is there anyone out there who would be willing to make me an archival copy >

[Videolib] archival DVD

Is there anyone out there who would be willing to make me an archival copy of "Living with Dying" , directed by Reevan Dolgoy and produced by Dale Phillips, 1991, 27 min, 27 s put out by the National Film Board of Canada? It is no longer for sale on their site and I've not been able to find it for

Re: [Videolib] This is news?

I still think you are overreacting, one key feature of this case was that the company involved was importing CHEAPER versions of the same titles the company distributed in the US, one presumes libraries are buying a special item NOT otherwise for sale here. Again I can see this effecting companie

[Videolib] This is news?

Beth summed it up beautifully. The rule of first sale was one of the arguments that defeated the attempt by the MPAA to stop video rental stores in the 1970s. Libraries have long depended on the rule of first sale a the underpinning of services. Copyright followers have been tracking this issue

Re: [Videolib] Not specifically video - Court rules limits on rule of first sale for works manufactured outside the US

No I don't think so. This was a commercial case of a company importing cheaper copies to sell in the US. I don't think library copies legally purchased from outside the US would be effected. You may not believe this but companies are not that petty and don't have that much time unless like this is

Re: [Videolib] Not specifically video - Court rules limits on rule of first sale for works manufactured outside the US

The big news for libraries is the potential negative effect on Interlibrary Loan. If this holds - it is expected that this may nullify the first sale doctrine for foreign-manufactured materials such as books (and dvds) and therefore limit a library's ability to loan the items. Can't imagine havi

Re: [Videolib] Not specifically video - Court rules limits on rule of first sale for works manufactured outside the US

Well yes it is. Some companies have done this with DVDs in the US. It has always been a grey area but there are whole web sites/companies that sell say Israeli or Indian films in the US. However there the issue is much more complex because in general these are copies purchase and regular retail who

Re: [Videolib] Not specifically video - Court rules limits on rule of first sale for works manufactured outside the US

This is news? gary > Breaking news: > > NEW YORK, Aug 15 (Reuters) - In a ruling of first impression, a U.S. > appeals court on Monday held that it is illegal to import and sell > copyrighted works manufactured outside the United States without the > copyright owner's permission. > > Detailed re

[Videolib] Not specifically video - Court rules limits on rule of first sale for works manufactured outside the US

Breaking news: NEW YORK, Aug 15 (Reuters) - In a ruling of first impression, a U.S. appeals court on Monday held that it is illegal to import and sell copyrighted works manufactured outside the United States without the copyright owner's permission. Detailed report here: http://newsandinsight.

Re: [Videolib] Documentaries on Women and Labor / Poverty /Trafficking

True. Instructors could also achieve this with a supplemental viewing list where students could come in to the library and view the hard copy. But at the end of the day, we're responsible for responding to the instructors requests / needs as they see them (within law and as resources allow, o

Re: [Videolib] Elise, ou la vrae vie

... probably never published. There is no "Depot legal" in the French National Library. Only available as VOD in France http://www.voirunfilm.com/fiche-film/Elise+ou+la+vraie+vie-1826.html Best Peter Chris McNevins schrieb: > Hello CW, > > Does anyone know if this title has ever been released o

Re: [Videolib] Documentaries on Women and Labor / Poverty / Trafficking in U.S.

Hello, This is the first time I've been on this listserv, but wanted you to know that NEWIST produce a 30-minute documentary about women and poverty: Shelter from the Storm presents the stories of four single mothers who faced the challenge of escaping poverty to find affordable, adequate housing.

[Videolib] Documentaries on Women and Labor / Poverty / Trafficking

Hi Meghann: We have a similar film called "Other People's Children" which is 42 min. There are thousands of women in New York City taking care of other people's children. Everyday they arrive at households prepared to pick up where moms leave off. They're on the playground, at the park, in p

Re: [Videolib] best time of year to contact

Pretty much the same. During the academic year. July 1 fiscal year start. Primarily faculty requests, but I sign off on all video purchases so that I know what's getting requested before we end up purchasing 3 films on the same hot topic. Emails good. Postcards good. Catalogs okay. If you send

Re: [Videolib] videolib Digest, Vol 45, Issue 70

Hi Meghann, You might be interested in WORK AND RESPECT (10 min) by the Domestic Workers United http://www.twn.org/catalog/pages/cpage.aspx?rec=1139&card=price Over 200,000 women work in the homes of New Yorkers as housekeepers and nannies. Mostly women of color and often undocumented, their work

Re: [Videolib] Documentaries on Women and Labor / Poverty /Trafficking

We "wrap the space-time continuum" by purchasing streams. Then the professors make "viewing" assignments, the students watch them on their own time whenever and wherever, and the instructor can still have the option of showing short clips in class to make a point. Jo Ann Jo Ann Reynolds R

Re: [Videolib] Documentaries on Women and Labor / Poverty / Trafficking in U.S.

Hello, Meghann, Bullfrog Films offers the following documentary titles you may want to consider: 1. The Motherhood Manifesto (DVD, 2007, 6 chapters/58 minutes, $250) Looks at the obstacles facing working mothers and families and the employer and public policy changes needed to restore work-li

Re: [Videolib] Documentaries on Women and Labor / Poverty / Trafficking

Thanks, Gary... I didn't want to seem ungrateful (and I'm hoping these recommendations may be useful to others -- I was able to see The Price of Sex at SilverDocs and it's a fantastic film -- but these caveats are really crucial to the professor I'm working with. Oh, and one other note... LE

Re: [Videolib] Documentaries on Women and Labor / Poverty / Trafficking

You guys are all driving me nuts. Didn't Meghann stipulate women's issues IN THE US!!! IN THE US!!! IN THE US!!! gary > Hi Meghann, > > WMM has a few films that fit what you're looking for. > > -- > > THE PRICE OF SEX - http://www.wmm.com/filmcatalog/pages/c8

Re: [Videolib] Documentaries on Women and Labor / Poverty / Trafficking

Hi Meghann, WMM has a few films that fit what you're looking for. -- THE PRICE OF SEX - http://www.wmm.com/filmcatalog/pages/c804.shtml An unprecedented and compelling inquiry into a dark side of immigration so difficult to cover or probe with depth, THE PRICE OF

[Videolib] Elise, ou la vrae vie

Hello CW, Does anyone know if this title has ever been released on DVD and where I might find it?? http://filmsdefrance.com/FDF_Elise_ou_la_vraie_vie_1970_rev.html As always...MUCHAS GRACIAS in advance Chris McN Chris McNevins | ACQUISITIONS COORDI

Re: [Videolib] Help with PPR licensing for 9/11?

Um that is one either stupid or unhelpful person at Paramount because whoever sold them the home video rights should own the PPR rights and I don't know why he can not look it up for you. I am too lazy but google Nauted at the original production company ( you can get that from the Variety review o

[Videolib] Help finding a film (TV Series)

Hello, Does anyone know of a source for purchasing New York Chi Yuan by Richard Ting, a 1999 TV series (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0282316/)? Thanks for any leads you can provide. Betsy Betsy Dean Wittenberg University Audio Visual Services Thomas Library P.O. Box 720 Springfield, OH 45501 V

[Videolib] Help with PPR licensing for 9/11?

Hello, all you smart ones. Folks in our college's history department are interested in having a screening of James Hanlon, Jules Naudet... et al.'s 9/11: Filmmaker's Commemorative Edition near the 10th anniversary next month. I thought this was a Paramount item, but their rights person said t