Fragments: Surviving Pieces of Lost Films

This documentary highlights significant pieces of cinema history, showcasing fragments from films like John Ford's The Village Blacksmith and the Oscar-winning performance by Emil Jannings in The Way of All Flesh. Viewers will encounter notable clips from lost films, including Cleopatra starring Theda Bara and Lon Chaney in The Miracle Man, along with early sound film Gold Diggers of Broadway.

The runtime of 110 minutes allows for an in-depth look at the importance of preserving film history, enriched by interviews with film preservationists who discuss the challenges of restoring these lost works. The documentary also includes a new interview with Baby Peggy, a prominent child star of the silent era, providing personal insights into the fragments featured in the film. Fragments serves as a significant resource for anyone interested in the legacy of early cinema and the ongoing efforts to preserve its history.