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Ken Russell’s 1971 Controversy Returns as a Restored Masterpiece
arts-and-culture1 day ago

Ken Russell’s 1971 Controversy Returns as a Restored Masterpiece

A newly restored cut of Ken Russell’s 1971 film 'The Devils' is arriving in U.S. theaters on October 16, featuring previously censored scenes that were deemed too shocking for its original release. The film, which explores the weaponization of religion in 17th-century France, has transitioned from a cultural scandal to a respected period piece, with this restoration marking the first time the director’s full vision has been seen in high quality.

via The New York Times|
#arts-and-culture#cannes-2026#censorship-history
Hollywood’s AI Upscaling Crisis: Greed Over Craft
technology6 days ago

Hollywood’s AI Upscaling Crisis: Greed Over Craft

The issue with degraded classic media on streaming is not AI technology itself, but the industry's prioritization of speed and cost over quality. While meticulous upscaling can enhance older content, many studios use automated tools to rapidly process vast libraries for monetization, resulting in distorted visuals and artifacts. This apathy contrasts with careful, craft-focused restorations, highlighting a broader cultural shift toward efficiency over artistic integrity in Hollywood.

via A.V. Club|
#ai-upscaling#danny-boyle#film-restoration
Warner Bros. Restores Lost 1971 Film 'The Devils' for Theatrical Release
film9 days ago

Warner Bros. Restores Lost 1971 Film 'The Devils' for Theatrical Release

Warner Bros. has restored the censored 'Rape of Christ' sequence from Ken Russell's 1971 film 'The Devils' for a one-week U.S. theatrical run starting October 16. The footage, believed lost for decades, was recovered from a decomposing can in a vault and approved by the director before his death. The release marks the first official theatrical showing of the uncensored cut, which explores the weaponization of religion in 17th-century France.

via The Hollywood Reporter|
#censorship#film#film-restoration
entertainment1 year ago

Debate Over AI's Role in Restoring and Recreating Classic Films

The CEO of Fable, an AI startup backed by Amazon, predicts AI could end human creativity but sees it as a positive development, exemplified by their project to reconstruct lost footage from Orson Welles' film The Magnificent Ambersons, aiming to restore Welles' original vision using AI technology. The initiative highlights the potential for AI to revolutionize film restoration and entertainment, despite concerns about job displacement in creative industries.

via Deadline|
#ai#entertainment#film-restoration
business1 year ago

AI Reconstructs Missing Footage of Orson Welles’ 'The Magnificent Ambersons'

Showrunner, an AI-focused company backed by Amazon, is using artificial intelligence and traditional techniques to reconstruct the 43 missing minutes of Orson Welles' lost film 'The Magnificent Ambersons,' aiming to explore new possibilities in film restoration and storytelling, though the project is not intended for commercial release due to rights issues.

via The Hollywood Reporter|
#ai-reconstruction#business#film-restoration
Reviving a Classic: Carol Burnett and Dolly Parton Breathe New Life into a 1988 Film
entertainment3 years ago

Reviving a Classic: Carol Burnett and Dolly Parton Breathe New Life into a 1988 Film

The 1988 film "Tokyo Pop," starring Carrie Hamilton, had fallen into obscurity but has now been restored and rereleased thanks to the efforts of preservation organization IndieCollect and financial support from backers including Carol Burnett and Dolly Parton. The film, directed by Fran Rubel Kuzui, tells the story of an aspiring American pop star in Japan and is now opening at the Brooklyn Academy of Music and other locations across the country. The restoration of "Tokyo Pop" has given it a second life and the opportunity for audiences to rediscover the work of Carrie Hamilton, who passed away in 2002.

via The New York Times|
#carol-burnett#dolly-parton#entertainment
"Controversial 'Caligula: The Ultimate Cut' premieres at Cannes"
film3 years ago

"Controversial 'Caligula: The Ultimate Cut' premieres at Cannes"

A new version of the infamous 1979 film Caligula, titled Caligula: The Ultimate Cut, has premiered at the Cannes film festival. The film, which stars Malcolm McDowell, Helen Mirren, John Gielgud and Peter O’Toole, was notorious for its chaotic production and explicit content. The new version, created by Thomas Negovan, aims to be closer to the original vision of the film's creators, with a clearer character arc for McDowell's performance. While still containing the elaborate sets, costumes, and explicit content of the original, the recut is a compelling testament to the film's unique place in cinema history.

via The Guardian|
#caligula#cannes#film