[Videolib] Notes from Streaming Distribution w/o Educational Availability

2016-12-20 Thread Meghann Matwichuk
notes -- much appreciated! More soon! -- Meghann Matwichuk, M.S. Associate Librarian Coordinator, Film & Video Collection Morris Library, University of Delaware 181 S. College Ave. Newark, DE 19717 (302) 831-1475 https://library.udel.edu/filmandvideo streaming_distribution_20161216.

[Videolib] Agenda: Streaming Distribution w/o Educational Availability -- Conf. Call 12/16 @ 2pm ET

2016-12-15 Thread Meghann Matwichuk
to talk with many of you soon! Meghann On 12/9/2016 4:06 PM, Meghann Matwichuk wrote: Hello All, The date / time that worked out best is next Friday, 12/16 at 2pm ET. Please call in a minute or so beforehand if you can make it: Dial-In Number: (641) 715-0682 Access Code: 858446 You're welcome to do

[Videolib] Streaming Distribution w/o Educational Availability -- Conf. Call 12/16 @ 2pm ET

2016-12-09 Thread Meghann Matwichuk
e poll. If you can't make the meeting, we hope to share a summary shortly thereafter -- and continued conversation / input via VideoLib is very much welcome! Have a great weekend, -- Meghann Matwichuk, M.S. Associate Librarian Coordinator, Film & Video Collection Morris Library, University o

[Videolib] Streaming Distribution w/o Educational Availability -- Conf. Call 12/13 or 12/16?

2016-12-07 Thread Meghann Matwichuk
lity for interested participants. Make note of call-in instructions on the site. Please note: we plan to do our best to keep the meeting to 1 hour. Thank you, -- Meghann Matwichuk, M.S. Associate Librarian Coordinator, Film & Video Collection Morris Library, University of Delaware 181 S.

Re: [Videolib] 13th and Streaming Distribution w/o Educational Availability

2016-12-05 Thread Meghann Matwichuk
-7593 <tel:%28703%29%20993-7593> *From:*videolib-boun...@lists.berkeley.edu <mailto:videolib-boun...@lists.berkeley.edu> [mailto:videolib-boun...@lists.berkeley.edu <mailto:videolib-boun...@lists.berkeley.edu>] *On Behalf Of *Meghann

Re: [Videolib] 13th and Streaming Distribution w/o EducationalAvailability

2016-12-05 Thread Meghann Matwichuk
at end, Meredith and I are working on details for a conference call in the coming days that should give those of us who can attend an opportunity to sketch out first steps with, hopefully, an initial 'product' (advocacy letter?) not far behind. Stay tuned, all! Best, -- Meghann Matwichu

Re: [Videolib] 13th and Streaming Distribution w/o Educational Availability

2016-12-02 Thread Meghann Matwichuk
with educational rights (as Mat described) who could serve as models / references for the process in the case of those film and / or music producers who are simply unaware and don't know where to start. -- Meghann Matwichuk, M.S. Associate Librarian Coordinator, Film & Video Collection Mo

Re: [Videolib] 13th and Streaming Distribution w/o Educational Availability

2016-12-02 Thread Meghann Matwichuk
issue, and are interested in purchasing hard copies and educational licenses. Please see the attached letter." -- Meghann Matwichuk, M.S. Associate Librarian Coordinator, Film & Video Collection Morris Library, University of Delaware 181 S. College Ave. Newark, DE 19717 (302) 831-1475 https://li

Re: [Videolib] 13th and Streaming Distribution w/o Educational Availability

2016-12-01 Thread Meghann Matwichuk
Of *Meghann Matwichuk *Sent:* Thursday, December 01, 2016 12:17 PM *To:* videolib@lists.berkeley.edu *Subject:* [Videolib] 13th and Streaming Distribution w/o Educational Availability Thanks for passing this along, Lorraine!! This is exciting! Although, it doesn't quite solve the problem of having

[Videolib] 13th and Streaming Distribution w/o Educational Availability

2016-12-01 Thread Meghann Matwichuk
intend for these documentaries to be widely seen and utilized in educational settings -- they need to hear from us that we share that mission and need options to pay them for / license their content. Best, -- Meghann Matwichuk, M.S. Associate Librarian Coordinator, Film & Video Collection Mor

[Videolib] Video Tutorials for Video Collections?

2016-10-31 Thread Meghann Matwichuk
) collections? My Library is looking at creating best practices and searching for 'best' examples, so of course my mind goes to better finding films (either hard copy or streaming). Thanks in advance, -- Meghann Matwichuk, M.S. Associate Librarian Coordinator, Film & Video Collection Morris Lib

[Videolib] Reminder: Submit your questions for National Media Market Exhibitors!

2016-10-21 Thread Meghann Matwichuk
tendee to submit a question; I'll summarize the discussion and share with VideoLib after the conference. Have a great weekend, and safe travels to those I will see next week in Baltimore! -- Meghann Matwichuk, M.S. Associate Librarian Coordinator, Film & Video Collection Morris

Re: [Videolib] Almanya: Willkommen in Deutschland DVD / Subtitles in German?

2016-10-07 Thread Meghann Matwichuk
[mailto:videolib-boun...@lists.berkeley.edu] *On Behalf Of *Meghann Matwichuk *Sent:* Friday, October 07, 2016 11:41 AM *To:* videolib@lists.berkeley.edu *Subject:* [Videolib] Almanya: Willkommen in Deutschland DVD / Subtitles in German? Hello All, Hoping one of you might be able to help me out

Re: [Videolib] supplemental materials

2016-10-06 Thread Meghann Matwichuk
-over-time needs that can't be predicted; I see striking a balance between those two as the biggest challenge facing our corner of the profession. -- Meghann Matwichuk, M.S. Associate Librarian Coordinator, Film & Video Collection Morris Library, University of Delaware 181 S. College Ave. Ne

Re: [Videolib] Who will be in Baltimore?

2016-10-06 Thread Meghann Matwichuk
Ditto! Meghann @ UD On 10/6/2016 7:57 AM, Bergman, Barbara J wrote: > Looking forward to it! > > ~Barb > > On Oct 5, 2016, at 8:54 PM, Susan Albrecht wrote: > > I am! I can't wait! :) > > Susan at Wabash > > > From:

Re: [Videolib] circulation policies for DVD/VHS

2016-09-23 Thread Meghann Matwichuk
we'd had going in have proven unfounded. We've had to replace one or two titles that were damaged during shipment, but that's pretty much it! Best, -- Meghann Matwichuk, M.S. Associate Librarian Coordinator, Film & Video Collection Morris Library, University of Delaware 181 S. College

[Videolib] VHS -- Obsolete Yet?

2016-09-20 Thread Meghann Matwichuk
In addition, depending on the use of the content on the VHS tape, a good fair use argument could be made." http://intheopen.net/2016/08/is-vhs-an-obsolete-format-under-section-108 -- Meghann Matwichuk, M.S. Associate Librarian Coordinator, Film & Video Collection Morris Library, Universi

[Videolib] Motion Picture Licensing Corporation

2016-09-20 Thread Meghann Matwichuk
ompany in an academic library realm. Thank you, -- Meghann Matwichuk, M.S. Associate Librarian Coordinator, Film & Video Collection Morris Library, University of Delaware 181 S. College Ave. Newark, DE 19717 (302) 831-1475 https://library.udel.edu/filmandvideo VIDEOLIB is intended to

[Videolib] Anniversary Celebrations re: Video?

2016-09-09 Thread Meghann Matwichuk
nned similar events at your institutions that worked well? Have any fun ideas you wouldn't mind sharing? Contests? (I'm thinking a quiz or 'i.d. that movie' from a scene or poster snippet for 2007 films, etc.) I'm all ears! Thanks in advance, -- Meghann Matwichuk, M.S. Associate Libra

Re: [Videolib] DVD vs. Blu-ray

2016-09-07 Thread Meghann Matwichuk
collection that will be accessible over time. That is still of great importance to many librarians, who are trying to balance new streaming models (which necessitate paying repeatedly for the same content in many cases) with building collections that will be of value into the future. -- Meghann

Re: [Videolib] DVD Region Problems

2016-08-30 Thread Meghann Matwichuk
and would consider that problematic from a copyright standpoint. It's essentially a matter of convenience, which is not a good basis for an argument re: DMCA, Fair Use, etc. Best, -- Meghann Matwichuk, M.S. Associate Librarian Coordinator, Film & Video Collection Morris Library, Univer

Re: [Videolib] Native American Documentary

2016-08-17 Thread Meghann Matwichuk
have some luck browsing their offerings as well: http://www.bullfrogfilms.com/subjects/nativeamericans.html Best, -- Meghann Matwichuk, M.S. Associate Librarian Coordinator, Film & Video Collection Morris Library, University of Delaware 181 S. College Ave. Newark, DE 19717 (302) 831-1475 h

[Videolib] Surveys for Users of Library Video Collections?

2016-07-28 Thread Meghann Matwichuk
interesting / useful responses, I'm all ears! Thanks in advance, -- Meghann Matwichuk, M.S. Associate Librarian Coordinator, Film & Video Collection Morris Library, University of Delaware 181 S. College Ave. Newark, DE 19717 (302) 831-1475http://library.udel.edu/filmandvideo VIDEOLIB is inte

Re: [Videolib] How popular is your library's copy of Cadillac Desert?

2016-07-14 Thread Meghann Matwichuk
Also, I would imagine that you have a record of the video having been a part of your collection and then being withdrawn when it was damaged / stolen / etc., whether it's through your ILS or internal memos, etc. This is exactly the purpose of 108 -- document it and go for it! -- Meghann

Re: [Videolib] Beyonce's Lemonade

2016-07-12 Thread Meghann Matwichuk
om:* videolib-boun...@lists.berkeley.edu <videolib-boun...@lists.berkeley.edu> on behalf of Meghann Matwichuk <mtw...@udel.edu> *Sent:* Monday, July 11, 2016 4:05 PM *To:* videolib@lists.berkeley.edu *Subject:* [Videolib] Beyonce's Lemonade Hi All, Since the Beyonce Lemonade long-form video ai

[Videolib] Beyonce's Lemonade

2016-07-11 Thread Meghann Matwichuk
e: a future Emmy push that makes me wonder if the intent is to release it as something of a campaign closer to then. At any rate, I thought I'd reach out to the Collective Brain to see if anyone had any possible suggestions. Thanks in advance, -- Meghann Matwichuk, M.S. Associate Librarian C

Re: [Videolib] PPR for Scotland, PA?

2016-06-17 Thread Meghann Matwichuk
direct contact. My best guess is that maybe he can give you the contact info for an old sales agent as the original distribution rights have almost surely expired. On Fri, Jun 10, 2016 at 2:58 PM, Meghann Matwichuk <mtw...@udel.edu <mailto:mtw...@udel.edu>> wrote: Hi Al

Re: [Videolib] PPR for Scotland, PA?

2016-06-13 Thread Meghann Matwichuk
at 2:58 PM, Meghann Matwichuk <mtw...@udel.edu <mailto:mtw...@udel.edu>> wrote: Hi All, Does anyone have a PPR contact for Scotland, PA? I've checked the usual suspects and it looks like the original distribution company is no longer in business. Thank

[Videolib] PPR for Scotland, PA?

2016-06-10 Thread Meghann Matwichuk
Hi All, Does anyone have a PPR contact for Scotland, PA? I've checked the usual suspects and it looks like the original distribution company is no longer in business. Thanks in advance! -- Meghann Matwichuk, M.S. Associate Librarian Interim Head, Multimedia Collections and Services

Re: [Videolib] Alternative to Video Librarian?

2016-04-04 Thread Meghann Matwichuk
rical docs. > > Jessica > > On Mon, Apr 4, 2016 at 11:14 AM, Meghann Matwichuk <mtw...@udel.edu > <mailto:mtw...@udel.edu>> wrote: > I’m looking forward to seeing the responses to this question. I generally > rely on a combination of review sites (including

Re: [Videolib] Alternative to Video Librarian?

2016-04-04 Thread Meghann Matwichuk
by CBS), but the Fandango buy-out seems more likely to change RT's reliability given the across-the-board conflict of interest present. -- Meghann Matwichuk, M.S. Associate Librarian Interim Head, Multimedia Collections and Services Department Morris Library, University of Delaware 181 S. Colle

Re: [Videolib] No more DVDs?

2015-11-09 Thread Meghann Matwichuk
a long way towards explaining the 'haves' and the 'have nots' when it comes to different levels of streaming support. -- Meghann Matwichuk, M.S. Associate Librarian Interim Head, Multimedia Collections and Services Department Morris Library, University of Delaware 181 S. College Ave. Newark, DE

Re: [Videolib] No more DVDs?

2015-11-04 Thread Meghann Matwichuk
perpetuity.) So yes, Jonathan, please consider a print-on-demand service. Hard copy is still extremely highly valued by many. -- Meghann Matwichuk, M.S. Associate Librarian Interim Head, Multimedia Collections and Services Department Morris Library, University of Delaware 181 S. College Ave. Newark

[Videolib] Current DVDs on Cyber-security?

2015-11-04 Thread Meghann Matwichuk
! -- Meghann Matwichuk, M.S. Associate Librarian Interim Head, Multimedia Collections and Services Department Morris Library, University of Delaware 181 S. College Ave. Newark, DE 19717 (302) 831-1475 http://library.udel.edu/filmandvideo http://library.udel.edu/multimedia VIDEOLIB is intended to encourage

Re: [Videolib] Need help Erasing and/or Recycling VHS tapes

2015-10-21 Thread Meghann Matwichuk
not be on Video-news) with relevant experiences to share. Best of luck! -- Meghann Matwichuk, M.S. Associate Librarian Interim Head, Multimedia Collections and Services Department Morris Library, University of Delaware 181 S. College Ave. Newark, DE 19717 (302) 831-1475 http://library.udel.edu

Re: [Videolib] canistream.it and the streaming of major motion pictures

2015-09-16 Thread Meghann Matwichuk
of though; at a certain point will it get too complex to maintain its usefulness? -- Meghann Matwichuk, M.S. Associate Librarian Interim Head, Multimedia Collections and Services Department Morris Library, University of Delaware 181 S. College Ave. Newark, DE 19717 (302) 831-1475 http

Re: [Videolib] Alternative films to Tig

2015-08-27 Thread Meghann Matwichuk
that might be of interest for those coming up with alternatives is the issue of fertility -- the film documents her struggles to decide how to proceed with her desire to have a family while dealing with cancer treatment and the risks involved. -- Meghann Matwichuk, M.S. Associate Librarian Film

Re: [Videolib] Alternative films to Tig

2015-08-27 Thread Meghann Matwichuk
(even has 'resilience' in the tagline): http://onherownfilm.com/ Looks like it's on the festival circuit now, so may be easier to license? Best, -- Meghann Matwichuk, M.S. Associate Librarian Film and Video Collection Morris Library, University of Delaware 181 S. College Ave. Newark, DE 19717

Re: [Videolib] To Criterion or Not Criterion?

2015-08-19 Thread Meghann Matwichuk
and visual quality Criterion offers are also those who are most likely to have a Blu-ray player. Hope this helps, -- Meghann Matwichuk, M.S. Associate Librarian Film and Video Collection Morris Library, University of Delaware 181 S. College Ave. Newark, DE 19717 (302) 831-1475 http

Re: [Videolib] looking for Land and Freedom

2015-07-23 Thread Meghann Matwichuk
needs to watch the film for their research or screen it in a class will be fine with it. (We were simply seeking the film for the collection, so I don't have any input on how you would procure public performance rights.) Good luck, -- Meghann Matwichuk, M.S. Associate Librarian Film and Video

Re: [Videolib] Question about Scene Selections etc

2015-06-18 Thread Meghann Matwichuk
Seconding Andy's comments. Chapter stops are important, and it's a big inconvenience for us and our patrons when they are absent. Best, -- Meghann Matwichuk, M.S. Associate Librarian Film and Video Collection Morris Library, University of Delaware 181 S. College Ave. Newark, DE 19717 (302

Re: [Videolib] Library policy on buying institutional video copies

2015-06-15 Thread Meghann Matwichuk
and the need for special 'educational' rights in the U.S., there are plenty of folks in academia who use the 'Fair Use' brush inelegantly (perhaps inappropriately). Good luck, -- Meghann Matwichuk, M.S. Associate Librarian Film and Video Collection Morris Library, University of Delaware 181 S

Re: [Videolib] what is a good word for obsolete media?

2015-06-09 Thread Meghann Matwichuk
I also use the world legacy when referring to 16mm, laserdisc, etc. I don't quite do that with VHS yet. -- Meghann Matwichuk, M.S. Associate Librarian Film and Video Collection Morris Library, University of Delaware 181 S. College Ave. Newark, DE 19717 (302) 831-1475 http://www.lib.udel.edu

Re: [Videolib] International VCRs in your media centers?

2015-05-26 Thread Meghann Matwichuk
amount of time where that's a realistic goal as far as technology is concerned. -- Meghann Matwichuk, M.S. Associate Librarian Film and Video Collection Morris Library, University of Delaware 181 S. College Ave. Newark, DE 19717 (302) 831-1475 http://www.lib.udel.edu/filmandvideo On 5/26/2015 1:58

Re: [Videolib] email requesting dvd purchase possibly a fraud

2015-05-14 Thread Meghann Matwichuk
it on principle. -- Meghann Matwichuk, M.S. Associate Librarian Film and Video Collection Morris Library, University of Delaware 181 S. College Ave. Newark, DE 19717 (302) 831-1475 http://www.lib.udel.edu/filmandvideo On 5/14/2015 10:37 AM, Maureen Tripp wrote: Hmmm . . . Qi Zhang certainly get around. I

[Videolib] Favorite Vendors for Widely-Available DVDs?

2015-03-31 Thread Meghann Matwichuk
to fulfill most titles. I know there are more than just these three options and have some ideas, but I'd love to hear what other options folks are using that they're very happy with. Thanks in advance, Meghann Matwichuk Film and Video Collection University of Delaware Library VIDEOLIB is intended

[Videolib] Searching for DVDs on Nielsen Ratings and / or Television Production

2015-03-16 Thread Meghann Matwichuk
the last five years, I would be grateful to hear about it. Thanks in advance, -- Meghann Matwichuk, M.S. Associate Librarian Film and Video Collection Morris Library, University of Delaware 181 S. College Ave. Newark, DE 19717 (302) 831-1475 http://www.lib.udel.edu/filmandvideo VIDEOLIB is intended

Re: [Videolib] Searching for DVDs on Nielsen Ratings and / or Television Production

2015-03-16 Thread Meghann Matwichuk
in within the last five years, I would be grateful to hear about it. Thanks in advance, -- Meghann Matwichuk, M.S. Associate Librarian Film and Video Collection Morris Library, University of Delaware 181 S. College Ave. Newark, DE 19717 (302) 831-1475 http://www.lib.udel.edu/filmandvideo VIDEOLIB

Re: [Videolib] looking for FEATURE FILMS on global health

2015-01-30 Thread Meghann Matwichuk
I'll tag on to Barb's post -- if zombies work, I thought 28 Weeks Later was a rare sequel that works better than the original. Best, -- Meghann Matwichuk, M.S. Associate Librarian Film and Video Collection Morris Library, University of Delaware 181 S. College Ave. Newark, DE 19717 (302) 831

[Videolib] Netflix Streaming and Face-to-Face / Canistream.it

2015-01-29 Thread Meghann Matwichuk
, definitely a work-in-progress with some rough spots, but a great resource all the same. Best, -- Meghann Matwichuk, M.S. Associate Librarian Film and Video Collection Morris Library, University of Delaware 181 S. College Ave. Newark, DE 19717 (302) 831-1475 http://www.lib.udel.edu/filmandvideo On 1

Re: [Videolib] Suggestions for documentaries about cruelty against animals

2015-01-14 Thread Meghann Matwichuk
Hello Farhad, I think Earthlings is a particularly good film for this subject area: http://store.nationearth.com/dvd Best, -- Meghann Matwichuk, M.S. Associate Librarian Film and Video Collection Morris Library, University of Delaware 181 S. College Ave. Newark, DE 19717 (302) 831-1475 http

[Videolib] VHS Recycling

2014-12-18 Thread Meghann Matwichuk
Hello All, I'm interested to hear about VHS recycling services -- a colleague mentioned using GreenDisk; I thought I'd see if any others have had favorable (or unfavorable, for that matter) experiences with VHS recyclers. Thanks in advance, -- Meghann Matwichuk, M.S. Associate Librarian Film

Re: [Videolib] Guest Borrowers and Media Check outs

2014-12-17 Thread Meghann Matwichuk
Film and Video resources. Best, Meghann Matwichuk Film and Video Collection Librarian University of Delaware Library On Tue, Dec 16, 2014 at 6:39 PM, Duffy, Brooke bduf...@fairfield.edu wrote: Hello fellow video librarians, Question: do you allow your guest borrowers to check out films

[Videolib] Rental collections?

2014-12-03 Thread Meghann Matwichuk
tasked with exploring this as a potential way to expand browseable / recreational offerings, particularly at an academic institution. Thanks in advance, -- Meghann Matwichuk, M.S. Associate Librarian Film and Video Collection Morris Library, University of Delaware 181 S. College Ave. Newark, DE

Re: [Videolib] Games and Game Technology in Your Library or Commons?

2014-10-01 Thread Meghann Matwichuk
. Etcetera. Hope this is helpful! Best, -- Meghann Matwichuk, M.S. Associate Librarian Film and Video Collection Morris Library, University of Delaware 181 S. College Ave. Newark, DE 19717 (302) 831-1475 http://www.lib.udel.edu/filmandvideo On 10/1/2014 9:02 AM, Mandel, Debra wrote: Hi- I'd

Re: [Videolib] Games and Game Technology in Your Library or Commons?

2014-10-01 Thread Meghann Matwichuk
that they need to be discharged when they're returned to our service desk. Best, -- Meghann Matwichuk, M.S. Associate Librarian Film and Video Collection Morris Library, University of Delaware 181 S. College Ave. Newark, DE 19717 (302) 831-1475 http://www.lib.udel.edu/filmandvideo On 10/1/2014

Re: [Videolib] Games and Game Technology in Your Library or Commons?

2014-10-01 Thread Meghann Matwichuk
of the semester. Best. -- Meghann Matwichuk, M.S. Associate Librarian Film and Video Collection Morris Library, University of Delaware 181 S. College Ave. Newark, DE 19717 (302) 831-1475 http://www.lib.udel.edu/filmandvideo On 10/1/2014 3:51 PM, Mandel, Debra wrote: Thanks Meghann- Also

Re: [Videolib] Copyright searches for videotape

2014-07-24 Thread Meghann Matwichuk
equipment to meet our patrons' needs. -- Meghann Matwichuk, M.S. Associate Librarian Film and Video Collection Department Morris Library, University of Delaware 181 S. College Ave. Newark, DE 19717 (302) 831-1475 http://www.lib.udel.edu/filmandvideo On 7/24/2014 3:08 PM, Matt Ball wrote: Libraries

Re: [Videolib] Online-Only Media and Libraries

2014-06-11 Thread Meghann Matwichuk
Oh no, it's just as much of a royal P.I.T.A. (or impossibility, in some cases) for most academics, too. Interesting conversation -- looking forward to hearing what solutions folks are coming up with. -- Meghann Matwichuk, M.S. Associate Librarian Film and Video Collection Department Morris

Re: [Videolib] Interlibrary Loan Restrictions

2014-05-08 Thread Meghann Matwichuk
appeal. Best, -- Meghann Matwichuk, M.S. Associate Librarian Film and Video Collection Department Morris Library, University of Delaware 181 S. College Ave. Newark, DE 19717 (302) 831-1475 http://www.lib.udel.edu/filmandvideo VIDEOLIB is intended to encourage the broad and lively discussion of issues

Re: [Videolib] Warner Archive Collection

2014-04-17 Thread Meghann Matwichuk
. I think Warner is doing a great job with their DVD-R replication, and don't hesitate to order them. Best, -- Meghann Matwichuk, M.S. Associate Librarian Film and Video Collection Department Morris Library, University of Delaware 181 S. College Ave. Newark, DE 19717 (302) 831-1475 http

Re: [Videolib] online Gaming purchases???

2014-02-25 Thread Meghann Matwichuk
how other institutions have handled this. Best, -- Meghann Matwichuk, M.S. Associate Librarian Film and Video Collection Department Morris Library, University of Delaware 181 S. College Ave. Newark, DE 19717 (302) 831-1475 http://www.lib.udel.edu/filmandvideo On 2/25/2014 3:13 PM, Jo Ann

Re: [Videolib] videolib Digest, Vol 75, Issue 21 --Disability video overview

2014-02-11 Thread Meghann Matwichuk
Hi Deg (et. al.), Just wanted to second the recommendation of 'Freedom Machines' -- it's an excellent film on this topic. Best, -- Meghann Matwichuk, M.S. Associate Librarian Film and Video Collection Department Morris Library, University of Delaware 181 S. College Ave. Newark, DE 19717 (302

Re: [Videolib] UltraViolet

2014-01-29 Thread Meghann Matwichuk
, -- Meghann Matwichuk, M.S. Associate Librarian Film and Video Collection Department Morris Library, University of Delaware 181 S. College Ave. Newark, DE 19717 (302) 831-1475 http://www.lib.udel.edu/filmandvideo VIDEOLIB is intended to encourage the broad and lively discussion of issues

Re: [Videolib] Film Recommendation on chocolate?

2014-01-23 Thread Meghann Matwichuk
fixed since we attempted to purchase this (it was a few years back), but definitely check upon arrival. We were disappointed because the content looked good. -- Meghann Matwichuk, M.S. Associate Librarian Film and Video Collection Department Morris Library, University of Delaware 181 S. College Ave

Re: [Videolib] DVD packaging question

2014-01-14 Thread Meghann Matwichuk
We only replace DVD cases when they're not standard. So for us, ironically enough, the eco-friendly packaging is probably the least eco-friendly, since we discard and replace those with typical dvd cases that adequately protect the material. Mileage will vary, -- Meghann Matwichuk, M.S

Re: [Videolib] (no subject)

2013-10-22 Thread Meghann Matwichuk
A title that comes to mind is Kumare -- might not be an exact fit, but an interesting look at a small community's reaction to a yogi master / guru who's not what he seems: http://kumaremovie.com/ Addresses yoga as a cultural phenomenon in a roundabout way. -- Meghann Matwichuk, M.S

Re: [Videolib] Blu ray questions

2013-10-22 Thread Meghann Matwichuk
is not purchasing streaming on a title-by-title basis. If we were to purchase a Bluray where no standard disc was available, it would cause problems for many patrons / instructors who might be interested in the title. -- Meghann Matwichuk, M.S. Associate Librarian Film and Video Collection Department

Re: [Videolib] Blue Ray Questions

2013-10-22 Thread Meghann Matwichuk
is about the same size as our Bluray collection right now -- around 225 titles -- but we will continue to grow our Blurays. I see it as a niche supplementary collection, and do not expect it will ever come close to outpacing standard def DVDs. -- Meghann Matwichuk, M.S. Associate Librarian Film

Re: [Videolib] Blu ray questions -- durability tangent

2013-10-22 Thread Meghann Matwichuk
. -- Meghann Matwichuk, M.S. Associate Librarian Film and Video Collection Department Morris Library, University of Delaware 181 S. College Ave. Newark, DE 19717 (302) 831-1475 http://www.lib.udel.edu/filmandvideo On 10/22/2013 2:50 PM, Susan Weber wrote: We do not have a single Blu-Ray player on campus

Re: [Videolib] Blu ray questions -- durability tangent

2013-10-22 Thread Meghann Matwichuk
* *josh.moor...@nyfa.edu mailto:josh.moor...@nyfa.edu* *(818) 295-2021 tel:%28818%29%20295-2021* On Tue, Oct 22, 2013 at 12:40 PM, Meghann Matwichuk mtw...@udel.edu mailto:mtw...@udel.edu wrote: Susan wrote: I had never heard that Blu-Ray was less prone to skipping or dirt problems - that's

Re: [Videolib] documentaries on mediation, settlement of disputes

2013-10-08 Thread Meghann Matwichuk
Hello Matthew, I wonder if In the Tall Grass might be a good option for your professor?: http://udel.worldcat.org/title/in-the-tall-grass/oclc/74496260 Best, -- Meghann Matwichuk, M.S. Associate Librarian Film and Video Collection Department Morris Library, University of Delaware 181 S

Re: [Videolib] Untold history of the United States

2013-09-23 Thread Meghann Matwichuk
Another such title that comes to mind is the Making Sense of the Sixties series, which is about American history, and we've had to purchase our DVD copies from Australia. ?!?? -- Meghann Matwichuk, M.S. Associate Librarian Film and Video Collection Department Morris Library, University

Re: [Videolib] advice on streaming feature film situation

2013-07-18 Thread Meghann Matwichuk
And here's a site that might be helpful on that front (cross-platform search for online availability): http://gowatchit.com/ Best, -- Meghann Matwichuk, M.S. Associate Librarian Film and Video Collection Department Morris Library, University of Delaware 181 S. College Ave. Newark, DE 19717

Re: [Videolib] Suggestions for Feature Films / Women Gender in World Cinema

2013-07-15 Thread Meghann Matwichuk
Thanks to all who responded to my query last week -- great suggestions for my faculty, and for collection development as well. Much appreciated -- I'll be hitting you up again this time next year, I'm sure! Cheers, -- Meghann Matwichuk, M.S. Associate Librarian Film and Video Collection

[Videolib] Suggestions for Feature Films / Women Gender in World Cinema

2013-07-10 Thread Meghann Matwichuk
for brainstorming help on this nebulous topic. Have you seen a feature film from a country outside the U.S. that deals with gender or women's issues in the past year or so? Please note: MUST be a feature film (NO documentaries), and MUST be from 2010 or later. Thanks in advance! -- Meghann

Re: [Videolib] Suggestions for Feature Films / Women Gender in World Cinema

2013-07-10 Thread Meghann Matwichuk
...@lists.berkeley.edu] *On Behalf Of *Meghann Matwichuk *Sent:* Wednesday, July 10, 2013 2:28 PM *To:* videolib@lists.berkeley.edu *Subject:* [Videolib] Suggestions for Feature Films / Women Gender in World Cinema Dear Collective Brain, I have a women's studies professor who teaches a class about

[Videolib] Filmed version of the opera Triumph of Beauty and Deceit?

2013-07-01 Thread Meghann Matwichuk
[Tried posting this Friday but did not see it come through. Please excuse if it is a duplicate. -- MM] Hello all and happy Friday, Does anyone know of any extant filmed version(s) of the Gerald Barry opera Triumph of Beauty and Deceit? Thanks in advance, -- Meghann Matwichuk, M.S

[Videolib] Filmed version of the opera Triumph of Beauty and Deceit?

2013-06-28 Thread Meghann Matwichuk
Hello all and happy Friday, Does anyone know of any extant filmed version(s) of the Gerald Barry opera Triumph of Beauty and Deceit? Thanks in advance, -- Meghann Matwichuk, M.S. Associate Librarian Film and Video Collection Department Morris Library, University of Delaware 181 S. College

Re: [Videolib] Inter-Library Loan and VHS tapes

2013-05-29 Thread Meghann Matwichuk
ILL'ing media for two years now, and haven't yet lost any materials. (Only replacements we've had to do were for DVDs that were packed improperly and damaged in shipping.) Best, -- Meghann Matwichuk, M.S. Associate Librarian Film and Video Collection Department Morris Library, University

Re: [Videolib] Blu-ray discs in academic libraries

2013-04-12 Thread Meghann Matwichuk
) for examples. Someone who is studying film is much better served by the Blu-ray format. I think it's important to remember that it's not just a matter of preference for some -- may not be crucial for most, but for some it is. Best, * Meghann Matwichuk, M.S. Associate

[Videolib] Titles Suggestions re: asexuality?

2013-04-09 Thread Meghann Matwichuk
a hole in our collection. We have a good amount of material on transgender identity and GLB identity, but I'm not seeing much out there that deals with asexuality. Anything available that I'm overlooking? Thanks in advance, * Meghann Matwichuk, M.S. Associate

Re: [Videolib] Titles Suggestions re: asexuality? (PS)

2013-04-09 Thread Meghann Matwichuk
Hello again, Just noticed that the documentary in question is available from Filmakers Library for educational purchase, but I'm still curious to hear if anyone knows of other docs also addressing this subject. Thanks, Meghann On 4/9/2013 3:54 PM, Meghann Matwichuk wrote: Hello Collective

Re: [Videolib] Blu-ray discs in academic libraries

2013-04-08 Thread Meghann Matwichuk
this helps, * Meghann Matwichuk, M.S. Associate Librarian Film and Video Collection Department Morris Library, University of Delaware 181 S. College Ave. Newark, DE 19717 (302) 831-1475 http://www.lib.udel.edu/filmandvideo On 4/8/2013 2:25 PM, Gail Gawlik wrote: Hi, wise

Re: [Videolib] A Distributor's Response

2013-02-26 Thread Meghann Matwichuk
that librarians purchase at a higher price. Appealing to 'honor' and thus implying that those of us who purchase DVDs w/o expensive PPR rights when they are NOT needed by those we serve are somehow lacking in this quality --I think that is unfair and problematic. Best, * Meghann

Re: [Videolib] Reputable vendor?

2013-01-30 Thread Meghann Matwichuk
, * Meghann Matwichuk, M.S. Associate Librarian Film and Video Collection Department Morris Library, University of Delaware 181 S. College Ave. Newark, DE 19717 (302) 831-1475 http://www.lib.udel.edu/filmandvideo On 1/30/2013 10:48 AM, Jessica Rosner wrote: When an obscure company you

Re: [Videolib] Millenium on DVD?

2013-01-29 Thread Meghann Matwichuk
Hello Rhonda, We purchased this series on DVD from Distribution Access several years ago: http://www.distributionaccess.com/new/main.cfm?where=seriesDetailsseriesId=52141 Best, * Meghann Matwichuk, M.S. Associate Librarian Film and Video Collection Department Morris

[Videolib] Does anyone else own the Explorations of the Shadow World series?

2013-01-28 Thread Meghann Matwichuk
had more than one staff person look at each of these discs in different models of DVD players, and I'm sure our patrons would have just as many problems as we have had with them.) Thanks in advance, * Meghann Matwichuk, M.S. Associate Librarian Film and Video Collection

Re: [Videolib] Humor? DVD Licensing

2012-12-14 Thread Meghann Matwichuk
potential customers explaining why these terms make no sense and they can't buy the dvd, they'll revise them. Best, * Meghann Matwichuk, M.S. Associate Librarian Film and Video Collection Department Morris Library, University of Delaware 181 S. College Ave. Newark, DE

[Videolib] OCLC / WorldCat Local / FRBR question

2012-12-03 Thread Meghann Matwichuk
puzzled patrons and requests that we purchase something we already have. Thanks, * Meghann Matwichuk, M.S. Associate Librarian Film and Video Collection Department Morris Library, University of Delaware 181 S. College Ave. Newark, DE 19717 (302) 831-1475 http

[Videolib] Perennial topic: intercultural communication

2012-10-24 Thread Meghann Matwichuk
for more current docs / educational videos that do a good job of specifically addressing this. So, I thought I'd toss this out to the list to see if the CB has any recent favorites to suggest. Thanks in advance, * Meghann Matwichuk, M.S. Associate Librarian Film and Video

Re: [Videolib] quality check?

2012-07-03 Thread Meghann Matwichuk
, * Meghann Matwichuk, M.S. Associate Librarian Film and Video Collection Department Morris Library, University of Delaware 181 S. College Ave. Newark, DE 19717 (302) 831-1475 http://www.lib.udel.edu/filmandvideo On 7/2/2012 7:31 PM, Rosen, Rhonda J. wrote: Do you guys quality check

Re: [Videolib] DVDs - Burned vs Pressed

2012-03-12 Thread Meghann Matwichuk
would not be purchased / added to the collection at all, and of course this would severely limit the educational / documentary content in your collection. Best, * Meghann Matwichuk, M.S. Associate Librarian Film and Video Collection Department Morris Library, University

Re: [Videolib] African immigrants in US

2012-03-12 Thread Meghann Matwichuk
Goodbye Solo is the first thing that comes to mind for me: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1095442/ Best, * Meghann Matwichuk, M.S. Associate Librarian Film and Video Collection Department Morris Library, University of Delaware 181 S. College Ave. Newark, DE 19717 (302) 831

Re: [Videolib] African immigrants in US

2012-03-12 Thread Meghann Matwichuk
Ramin Bahrani was born in North Carolina. -- MM On 3/12/2012 2:22 PM, Dina Robinson wrote: Gary: I can think of 2 features although the directors are not originally from the US, GOODBYE SOLO and LITTLE SENEGAL. Don't know if they'll count for you. I'll try to think of more. Cornelius Moore

Re: [Videolib] Margaret Mead Film Festival

2012-02-13 Thread Meghann Matwichuk
We recently acquired 'There Once Was an Island' (same film, I'm guessing?) from New Day Films: http://www.newday.com/films/thereoncewasanisland.html Best, * Meghann Matwichuk, M.S. Associate Librarian Film and Video Collection Department Morris Library, University

[Videolib] When Billy Broke His Head (DVD?)

2012-02-01 Thread Meghann Matwichuk
knows of an alternate distributor or of any forthcoming release plans, I'd be very interested to hear. Thanks in advance, * Meghann Matwichuk, M.S. Associate Librarian Film and Video Collection Department Morris Library, University of Delaware 181 S. College Ave. Newark

Re: [Videolib] National Media Market

2012-01-25 Thread Meghann Matwichuk
, * Meghann Matwichuk, M.S. Associate Librarian Film and Video Collection Department Morris Library, University of Delaware 181 S. College Ave. Newark, DE 19717 (302) 831-1475 http://www.lib.udel.edu/filmandvideo On 1/25/2012 3:56 PM, ghand...@library.berkeley.edu wrote: Hi Cecilia

Re: [Videolib] Blu-ray/DVD combo packs

2012-01-19 Thread Meghann Matwichuk
utilizes World Cat Local, and in some instances the records linked to by our Bib Control folks do not accurately reflect that the item includes both standard and Bluray discs (a title that comes to mind is Super 8). Hope this is helpful, * Meghann Matwichuk, M.S. Associate

Re: [Videolib] odd holiday films

2011-12-16 Thread Meghann Matwichuk
http://typecastfilms.com/ Two somewhat non-traditional Christmas favorites in our house are Gremlins and Die Hard. Hope everyone enjoys the holidays! * Meghann Matwichuk, M.S. Associate Librarian Film and Video Collection Department Morris Library, University

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