Cave of Forgotten Dreams

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Canada, USA, France, Germany, UK | 2010 | DCP | 90 min.

Director: Werner Herzog

In 1994, the Chauvet Cave was discovered in France, with the oldest paintings in the world remarkably preserved on its walls. Under strict conditions of a small team and limited equipment, Herzog received access to the cave and documented the ancient artwork, as well as the scientists, historians, and other experts who work at the site. The 3-D format captures the subtle variations of shape and depth in the cave paintings, and Herzog’s signature contemplative narration suggests fascinating connections between this art, the people who produced it, and the broader history of human creativity.

Cinematheque in 3-D!

From January 26-29, we are literally in your face with the launch of our calendar: thanks to temporarily installed equipment we will present the first digital 3-D screenings in the Cinematheque’s history. Comin’ at ya will be several features and shorts from the first flourishing of stereoscopic cinema to the golden age of the early 1950s. We have also included a few highlights from 3-D’s recent resurgence that demonstrate the growing versatility of the process. 3-D glasses will be provided at each screening, and since all of our screenings are free, there will be no 3-D surcharge!