Movies and TvShows featuring "film-restoration" theme.

In 1931 Paris, an orphan living in the walls of a train station becomes entangled in a mystery surrounding his father's death and a broken automaton. With the help of a girl named Isabelle and a filmmaker named Georges Méliès, he discovers the truth behind his father's past and finds a new purpose in life.

They Shall Not Grow Old is a documentary film that uses restored and colorized footage to depict the experiences of British soldiers during World War I. It explores the harsh realities of trench warfare, the devastating effects of the war, and the lives of the soldiers who fought and died on the Western Front.

In Ulysses' Gaze, a film director embarks on a journey to search for three lost reels of a film made by the Manakia brothers in the Balkans in 1905. His journey becomes a metaphorical exploration of the region's history, as he encounters various characters and witnesses the aftermath of the Balkan War.

An account of the extraordinary life of film pioneer Georges Méliès (1861-1938) and the amazing story of the copy in color of his masterpiece “A Trip to the Moon” (1902), unexpectedly found in Spain and restored thanks to the heroic efforts of a group of true cinema lovers.

These Amazing Shadows is a documentary film that explores the significance of film preservation and the role of the National Film Registry in preserving American cinema. It delves into the art of filmmaking, the importance of film restoration, and the appreciation of film as a form of art.

The Film That Was Lost is a documentary that explores the history and restoration of a lost film. Narrated by John Nesbitt, it provides insights into the importance of film preservation and showcases the efforts of experts in restoring and safeguarding cinema history. The film highlights the significance of this lost piece of art and the impact it had on the industry.

A look back at Charlie Chaplin's early life and career, from his rough childhood and music hall success in England to his early Hollywood days and the development of his enormously popular character, the Little Tramp, also called Charlot.

In 2024, the long-thought lost 16mm reels of Tom Petty in Cameron Crowe’s first film, “Heartbreakers Beach Party”, were finally found. The classic ‘80s documentary captures Tom Petty and the band in 1982-1983 as they finish, promote, and tour around the “Long After Dark” album (their final with legendary producer Jimmy Iovine). After its initial airing on MTV in 1983, the film was deemed too experimental and abruptly pulled from the air. In the more than 40 years since, it has become folklore to fans, musicians and within the entertainment industry — even credited with inspiring scenes in Spinal Tap.

A documentary about the making of the suspense-filled film 'Rear Window', including interviews and anecdotes from the cast and crew. It also explores the process of restoring the film and its impact on American cinema.

The Méliès Mystery is a captivating documentary that delves into the extraordinary life of Georges Méliès, a visionary filmmaker who revolutionized cinema. Through interviews, archival footage, and expert analysis, the film reveals the fascinating journey of Méliès, from his early career as a magician to his groundbreaking contributions to the world of cinema. This thought-provoking documentary celebrates the enduring legacy of a true film pioneer.

Silents Synced pairs classic silent movies with epic rock music. Created by an independent cinema owner for independent cinemas! The feature mixes R.E.M.'s "Monster" (1994) and "New Adventures in Hi-Fi" (1996) with Buster Keaton's "Sherlock Jr." (1924).

Lost Forever: The Art of Film Preservation is a documentary that explores the importance and challenges of preserving and restoring films. It delves into the significance of the National Film Registry and film archives, as well as the process of film restoration. The documentary also touches upon the dangers of nitrate film and the efforts made in film preservation.

Silents Synced pairs classic silent movies with epic rock music. Created by an independent cinema owner for independent cinemas! The feature mixes Radiohead’s "KID A (2000) / Amnesiac (2001)" with "Nosferatu" (1922).

A glimpse at how genre film-focused home video companies have taken the charge in preserving, restoring, and releasing so many works which otherwise might have been lost to time.

A look at the extraordinary achievements and contemporary legacy of Oscar Micheaux, a pioneer of the African-American film industry.

A documentary short that explores the process of restoring film variants and delves into the intricate making-of process.

Celluloid Man is a documentary that explores the life and work of P. K. Nair, a renowned film archivist and historian from India. The film delves into Nair's journey in preserving and restoring classic Indian films, his passion for cinema, and his contributions to the film industry. Through interviews, archival footage, and film clips, the documentary offers insights into the importance of film preservation and the impact of cinema on Indian culture.

A short documentary featurette made for DVD about the film restoration of the original film negatives of the Eon Productions James Bond series. Focuses mainly on the 1960 Bond movies.

DVD featurette on the restoration of Gone with the Wind (1939).

Documentary detailing the extensive number of shots long lost from constant film re-cutting of 1925's great silent cinema classic Battleship Potemkin in the last 80 years, and how many of those shots have been returned.