Canada Film Board Provides Open Access
Posted on February 4, 2009 Comments (4)
The National Film Board of Canada is marking its 70th anniversary in 2009 with a gift to Canadians and Web users: a new online Screening Room providing free home viewing of over 700 productions, films, trailers and clips from the NFB’s world-renowned collection.
“This new online Screening Room is the latest example of how the NFB plays a major role in the free exchange of ideas through cinema,” said Tom Perlmutter, Government Film Commissioner and Chairperson of the National Film Board of Canada. “At a time when issues are inter-connected and global communications are mobile and instantaneous, Canada needs a voice. More than ever, the NFB provides that voice: empowering Canadians to share their concerns, express their points of view, tell Canada’s stories. The world is changing – our stories continue.”
From historical films dating back to 1928 to current contemporary releases, including award-winning documentaries, animation and fiction, this initiative invites Canadians from all regions, to browse, discover and be entertained by the stories that bind us together.
The NFB has also opened its vaults to bring forgotten gems to light: archival works that offer rare glimpses back into our past, from Canada’s sacrifices during World War II to traditional communities, exploring the changing face of Canada over the decades.
The site includes many science and nature films including: Life on Ice – Kluane National Park – In Search of the Bowhead Whale – The Enduring Wilderness (Canada’s Natural Parks)
The National Film Board of Canada showing far more vision than many others clinging to outdated models. The internet provides a great opportunity for sharing and using open access to share ideas.
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February 6th, 2009 @ 12:24 pm
This is probably the coolest things any organization has done for its followers. Instead of marketing DVD sets or VHS sets or whatever else they just give it up for free. There is uncountable worth-while movies and clips to be viewed both educational and fun. I will be taking advantage of this for sure, thanks for the link. Regards!
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February 3rd, 2011 @ 10:00 am
This is probably the coolest things any organization has done for its followers. Instead of marketing DVD sets or VHS sets or whatever else they just give it up for free. There is uncountable worth-while movies and clips to be viewed both educational and fun. I will be taking advantage of this for sure, thanks for the link. Regards!
May 3rd, 2017 @ 4:28 am
Instead of marketing DVD sets or VHS sets or whatever else they just give it up for free. There is uncountable worth-while movies and clips to be viewed both educational and fun. I will be taking advantage of this for sure, thanks for the link!!!!!