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These Amazing Shadows (2011) - 20th Anniversary Celebration Week

Tells the history and importance of The National Film Registry, a roll call of American cinema treasures that reflects the diversity of film, and indeed the American experience itself. (NR, 88 min.)

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Sunday, September 21, 2025

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This Free Screening is in celebration of The Moxie's 20th Anniversary Weekend! See the full list of events here. Tickets on sale soon.

Rich with imagery, These Amazing Shadows interweaves clips from America’s most-beloved films (and many rarer treasures) with moving personal tales of how specific films have reflected our culture and changed our lives. These Amazing Shadows is a remarkable documentary for anyone who loves movies – from the casual filmgoer to the ultimate cinephile. It is also a tale of discovery and exploration, a primer on the history of film, and an examination of how and why all cinema must be preserved and protected. [Gravitasdocufilms.com]

Starring: Jeff Adachi, James H. Billington, Robin Blaetz
Director(s): Paul Mariano, Douglas Blush, Kurt Norton
Genre: Documentary, History

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"A valentine to film."

— Ty Burr, Boston Globe

"Inspiring...Elegantly assembled."

— David Rooney, The Hollywood Reporter

"A fascinating ride. A must see."

— The Cleveland Plain Dealer

"Film-montages to end all film-montages."

— John Lopez, Vanity Fair