The film explores the challenges of preserving and restoring American cinema, highlighting the fragility of nitrate film and its propensity to decay or burn, as well as the threat it poses to nearby films. Additionally, it examines the deterioration of "safety" film due to "vinegar syndrome" and the rediscovery of discarded films, often in unexpected places. The overview also touches on the perils of soundtracks, whether on film or separate discs, and the fading of colors, which can result in the loss of the image. The documentary also discusses the preservation of formats like Cinerama, avant-garde/experimental films, and home movies, each presenting their own unique challenges.
Keepers of the Frame
The art of preserving and restoring classic American films is the focus of this documentary.
