This is from a few months ago, but is highly relevant: Laura Major of Colorlab wrote an article for Screen Slate about the restoration of the films of Jack Smith, work that began way back in 2010. I also want to note that Laura helped me identify the clips of Smith’s work found in this video put up by the Microscope Gallery. So, thank you Laura — and Colorlab!
It’s been known for awhile that film distributor Canyon Cinema has been in critical condition, but their plight recently made the New York Times in a thorough article, which discusses their need to become a non-profit, an issue that has plagued the group since they founded in the 1960s.
Donna k. launches her Women in Culture interview series with an informative chat with Nancy Gerstman, co-founder of the Zeitgeist Films distribution company.
Also not underground: John Powers of Rhizome digs deep into the modern concept of Diegetic Cinematography, particularly its use in the mainstream sci-fi film Chronicle. That description may not sound so interesting, but its an incredibly engaging piece.
Lastly, this is way not underground, but I would bet lots people reading this used to be fans of the old Degrassi High TV show. Well, there’s the sad new about one of the actors, Neil Hope who played “Wheels,” died 5 years ago — and his family never knew until now.
