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Film Swap Ep. 28 - Reel Restorations! Part 2: Dore O; Westfront 1918 and Kameradschaft
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In the second of a two part special edition of Film Swap, we dive into the fascinating world of film restoration! We are joined by distinguished digital restoration specialist Julia Wallmüller from the Deutsche Kinemathek in Berlin. Join us as we explore the art and science behind preserving cinematic history. In this session, we focus on the challenges of restoring treasures from the early sound era with a focus on the legendary G. W. Pabst's masterpieces “Westfront 1918” and "Kameradschaft" plus look at the fascinating world of experimental filmmaking and the work of German artist Dore O. We also talk about the future of film restoration including developing technologies and the pro's and con's of AI in film restoration.Discover the intricate process of bringing classic films back to life, the challenges faced, and the importance of maintaining the integrity of cinematic history. Whether you're a film enthusiast, home media collector or a tech aficionado, this conversation promises insights that will captivate and enlighten you. About Our Guest: Julia Wallmüller is a renowned expert in the field of digital film restoration, boasting an impressive portfolio of projects that have breathed new life into iconic movies in the digital age. She studied Conservation and Restoration of Audiovisual and Photographic Cultural Heritage in Berlin. Since 2006 she has been working in practical, theoretical and educational digital restoration projects. In 2010 she joined the Project Digitization of National Film Heritage team at Deutsche Kinemathek. Her passion for preserving the magic of cinema through cutting-edge technology makes this episode a must-listen for film lovers and restoration enthusiasts alike. Don't miss out on this enlightening discussion! Tune in and join us on a journey through time and technology as we unravel the secrets of film restoration. Make sure you check out the first part of our conversation focusing on silent films which is available now! Follow or subscribe to Film Swap so you don’t miss an episode. Links: Deutsche Kinemathek Dore O. Figures of Absence Book and DVD
G.W. Pabst on Blu Ray: Masters of Cinema UK Edition: Criterion US Editions: Westfront 1918
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