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Four European film archives are joining forces to piece together Orson Welles's unfinished Don Quixote, a passion project the legendary director pursued for 30 years across the Spanish countryside. The ambitious reconstruction aims to finally realize the vision of one of cinema's greatest filmmakers.
Cutting-edge technology is rescuing beloved Bollywood and regional films from decay, giving new audiences the chance to experience cinema history. Thousands of classic movies once stored in crumbling cans are now being digitally restored in stunning 14K resolution.
Two missing 1960s episodes of the beloved sci-fi series turned up in film cans wrapped in plastic bags. The discovery brings hope that more of the 95 still-missing episodes might be waiting to be found.
A lost 1897 silent film featuring the earliest known robot in cinema history has been discovered and restored by the Library of Congress. The one-minute comedy by pioneering filmmaker Georges Méliès sat forgotten in basements and garages for decades before its 2025 discovery.
Australia's National Film and Sound Archive has brought 1960s immigration films back to life in stunning 4K, offering a nostalgic glimpse into regional towns that once welcomed migrants from around the world. The restored Life in Australia series now lets modern viewers experience the hopeful vision that drew thousands to start new lives Down Under.