In the past few years that I’ve been at IU I’ve had the opportunity to see movies on several formats at the IU Cinema. I’ve always been interested in how exactly the IU Cinema gets its hands on such a wide variety of materials. In order to learn a bit more about the process, I… Read more »
Behind the Scenes
IU Cinema Celebrates Our Volunteers!
Guest post by Jessica Davis Tagg, IU Cinema Events and Operations Manager. One of the most incredible parts of my job is that I have the opportunity to work with the IU Cinema Volunteer Ambassadors day-in and day-out. We count on members of the IU Cinema Usher Corps for so many things that may not… Read more »
Celebrating and Supporting (A) Great Cinema
Jane and Jay Jorgensen: “From the moment we agreed to endow the Jorgensen Guest Filmmaker Series, we have never looked back. We are so proud of all the accomplishments the staff has achieved and so thrilled the student response has been so rewarding. We feel this project has been a win/win for EVERYONE!” On IU… Read more »
IU Cinema turns 6!
Six years ago today Indiana University Cinema launched its first season with an unforgettable screening of Lawrence of Arabia—officially transforming the University Theatre from its origins as a live performance space to an amazing place for film. I was finally seeing the film as it was meant to be experienced—beautifully projected on the big screen.
A Conversation with Lilly Library Manuscripts Archivist Craig Simpson
Lilly Library’s acquisition of John Boorman’s papers led to a stimulating campus visit by the visionary filmmaker last month. Events during Boorman’s visit included a Public Reception associated with the opening of The Directed by John Boorman: An Introduction to His Collection at the Lilly Library and the John Boorman: Conjurer of Cinema Film Series at… Read more »
Introducing A PLACE FOR FILM Contributors
It’s a pleasure to introduce the starting line-up of regular contributors for IU Cinema’s new blog A PLACE FOR FILM.