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Mikayla Joy Brown, Jesse Brown, and Paul Guyeu on Finding Optel, a Charming Coming-of-Age Drama
Finding Optel's co-directors Mikayla Joy Brown and Jesse Brown, and cinematographer Paul Guyeu, talk about their creative partnership, influences from Amélie to Paddington 2, and bringing a fresh South African story to the BFI London Film Festival.
Nov 12, 2025
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5 Films of Heroism, Tragedy, & American War for Veteran's Day
A list that outlines 5 of the greatest American war films that serve as a film archive of entertaining and educational films. They work together to describe the tragedy, trauma, heroism, and courage that define the holiday of Veteran's Day.
Nov 7, 2025
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Embracing Remote Options for Library Activities
When libraries went digital during the pandemic, they opened their doors wider than ever before—reaching patrons who couldn’t otherwise attend. But as in-person life resumed, many of those innovations quietly disappeared.
Nov 4, 2025
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Saving Cinema: The Need for Preservation in a Digital Age
With studios and streaming services marching ahead with little regard to the past, other institutions, including libraries, must take on the responsibility for preserving cinema history.
Nov 3, 2025
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History Documentaries for Middle Schoolers
These documentaries offer visual appeal, historical insight, and thoughtful storytelling adaptable for middle-grade audiences. Many are available for free on YouTube, through library streaming platforms, or via accessible purchase options.
Oct 29, 2025
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Best Short Documentaries for High School Students
Discover the best short documentaries for high school students. Curated selections cover history, art, activism, and community, plus a must-know resource, Good Docs, for flexible streaming and classroom use.
Oct 21, 2025
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5 Books for Reluctant Readers That Actually Work
The path to lifelong reading often begins with one book that makes it click.
Oct 17, 2025
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5 Mistakes to Avoid When Planning Campus Speaker Events
Avoid the most common pitfalls in campus programming.
Oct 15, 2025
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10 Films for LGBT History Month
LGBTQ+ History Month is a perfect time to spotlight documentaries that preserve community memory, celebrate culture, and illuminate the long fight for dignity and rights.
Oct 14, 2025
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9 Halloween Movies Suitable for Kids of Any Age
Younger kids don't have to be left out of the "horror" movie fun in October. There are plenty of movies with spooky vibes that are light on scares.
Oct 9, 2025
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5 Films for National Bullying Prevention Month
October is National Bullying Prevention Month, making it an ideal time for libraries and schools to spotlight films that address bullying with nuance, empathy, and hope.
Oct 8, 2025
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How Libraries Can Champion the Strengths of Dyslexia
October is Dyslexia Awareness Month, a time dedicated to deepening our understanding of a cognitive difference that affects nearly one in five people.
Oct 7, 2025
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A Grant for Cleaner Indoor Air
The Corsi-Rosenthal Foundation has created a grant to help teachers and librarians connect their students and patrons with a DIY solution for air filtration: The CR-box.
Sep 25, 2025
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Films for Banned Books Week
Banned Books Week is a celebration of the freedom to read—and a reminder that stories often challenged, censored, or silenced are the very ones that most need to be told.
Sep 24, 2025
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Best 5 Audiobooks of 2025 (So Far)
From moving memoirs to cultural explorations, here are five of the best audiobooks of the year so far that deserve a place on your shelves.
Sep 17, 2025
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Dag Johan Haugerud on Sex, the first part of the Oslo Stories Trilogy
Norwegian filmmaker Dag Johan Haugerud discusses Sex, the first film in his Oslo Stories Trilogy. The drama follows two married men after an unexpected encounter, exploring masculinity, identity, and cultural perceptions of desire.
Sep 16, 2025
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The 2025 Hispanic Heritage Month Film Guide
The 2025 Hispanic Heritage Film Guide for Libraries and Universities offers a curated collection of powerful films that celebrate the diverse stories, histories, and voices of Hispanic and Latin communities.
Sep 9, 2025
5 Must-Have Books About Film for Your Library Collection
Whether your patrons are seeking to learn the fundamentals of film language, explore cinema history, or engage with critical perspectives, these five titles offer both accessibility and depth.
Sep 9, 2025
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Makerspace: The Tools your Patrons are Looking for
The idea of the makerspace is a pretty recent invention. For centuries, the workshop was a space for a specific trade or individual, so expanding that concept to anyone who seeks to use certain tools can lead to some hiccups.
Sep 4, 2025
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6 Movie Twists You Have to See to Believe
The six movies below are the cream of the crop when it comes to twists. They each left viewers shocked at their unpredictability and opened up a deeper discourse on the movie in question. Suffice it to say, spoilers will abound.
Sep 2, 2025
