What Makes Nitrate Film a Fiery Attraction at the BFI Festival?

The BFI Film on Film Festival in London will screen rare nitrate film prints, including the oldest ever shown in the UK and a 1977 release print of Star Wars, using strict safety protocols due to nitrate film’s flammability. The BFI’s archive team selects, inspects, and prepares each print through a multi-stage process involving cold storage, gradual acclimatization, and technical assessment. Specialized fire suppression systems and trained projectionists ensure safe public screenings. The event highlights the preservation and presentation of analog film technology alongside digital advancements.

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