Focus: A Film Review (1952-1953)

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143 then, we hope, their continuation as a modest but well-organised group for I bringing Catholics to appreciate the power and range of the cinema. More power to the enterprising spirits who initiate such ventures. It is becoming increasingly hazardous now-a-days to run such groups in view of the growing tendency of the trade to close down on any group which seems to threaten competition in the commercial field. Rather late in the i day the commercial people are realising the potentialities of 16mm, whereas once upon a time they used to regard this gauge as the play| ground of the "amateur”. The parish . groups need to move cautiously when , setting up and arranging their programmes. There are snags but not all of them are insuperable if the thing is done properly. We should be glad to have reports from any of the regional groups whicn think that their experiences are of use or interest to other people. Recent Engagements Talks have been delivered during the past two months to the senior classes at the Old Palace, Mayfield; to the Film Group, Woodford Green; to the Catholic Women’s Guild, Maidstone; to the Malta Catholic Action Group and to the Polytechnic Students at the University Chaplaincy, London . Do You Live In London ? Our Film Projection Unit and Library of Films are At Your Service at a moderate charge Particulars from Catholic Film Institute 157 Victoria Street, London, S.W. I YOUR FILM EQUIPMENT If you are thinking of buying a film or film strip projector or a still or cine-camera why not consult us as to the best model for your particular requirements? Expert advice is available and will cost you nothing. CATHOLIC FILM INSTITUTE, 157, Victoria Street, London, S.W.l.