Mickayla McDowell Mickayla McDowell

Archival Review II: Museum of Modern Art: Film MoMA

The Museum of Modern Art’s Department of Film, founded in 1934, is a pioneering institution in film preservation, curation, and research. With a collection of over 30,000 films and 1.5 million stills, MoMA is globally recognized for its efforts to safeguard cinema history. Through public screenings, scholarly access, and advanced preservation facilities, MoMA ensures that film remains central to modern art and cultural heritage.

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Mickayla McDowell Mickayla McDowell

Archival Review I: Anthology Film Archives

Anthology Film Archives
Founded in 1970, Anthology Film Archives is a globally recognized institution in New York City dedicated to the preservation, study, and exhibition of independent, experimental, and avant-garde cinema. Conceived by influential filmmakers and scholars—including Jonas Mekas and Stan Brakhage—it houses one of the world’s largest collections of avant-garde film and related materials. The Archive offers extensive public programming, a vast reference library, and rigorous preservation practices. Its mission balances cultural preservation with public accessibility, making it a key resource for scholars, artists, and cinephiles worldwide.

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