Dawson City: Frozen Time

Kino Lorber | Release Date: June 9, 2017

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TrailesqueJan 21, 2022

A fascinating but flawed documentary that was based on a cache of old silent films discovered in Dawson City, Yukon Territory, Canada. The narrative tells of the boom and bust cycles of the town, beginning with the Klondike Gold Rush ofA fascinating but flawed documentary that was based on a cache of old silent films discovered in Dawson City, Yukon Territory, Canada. The narrative tells of the boom and bust cycles of the town, beginning with the Klondike Gold Rush of 1897-98. It also tells of the terrors of old nitrate film, how combustible it was, and the many major fires it was responsible for. Images from the old movies are intercut with scenes from Charlie Chaplin's Gold Rush, interviews, and period photos. Alex Somers's music adds some nice atmosphere. Unfortunately much of the old film footage is in horrible condition and is hard to watch; it might have been nice if there had been some digital restoration or masking done. Additionally, the subtitles are small and clearly designed for theater screenings.… Expand

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