International Federation of Film Archives, Film archive federation in Paris, France
The International Federation of Film Archives is a worldwide network of institutions based in Paris dedicated to preserving film materials. The organization connects archives, museums, and collectors to restore, catalog, and make films available for research and screening.
Founded in 1938 by four major film archives, including the Cinémathèque Française and the British Film Institute, the federation emerged to protect films from destruction. Since then it has grown into a global force for safeguarding cinema heritage.
The federation brings together archivists and institutions that work daily to care for film collections from around the world. This collaboration ensures that movies from different countries and time periods remain accessible to future generations.
This federation is most relevant for professionals in archiving and film conservation, while the public benefits from restored films shown by member institutions. Visitors are encouraged to contact local film archives or partner cinemas to access preserved and restored works.
Each year the federation hosts congresses in different countries where archivists exchange knowledge about restoration techniques. These meetings enable professionals from around the world to jointly develop new solutions for preserving endangered films.
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