Plot — What is My Father's Camera about?
Home movies and their unique place in popular culture are the subject of My Father's Camera. Director Karen Shopsowitz weaves the history of home movies together with footage shot by her father--amateur filmmaker Israel Shopsowitz. Equipped with her dad's old Super 8 camera, Karen traces the history of home movies from the 1920s through to the amateur explosion of the '30s and '40s and beyond. She interviews a lively line-up of scholars and collectors, such as early members of the Toronto Film Club, a Japanese-American archivist who sees home movies as an expression of cultural diversity and a collector who hosts popular Webcasts that highlight new acquisitions.
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Quick Facts
| Type | Movie |
| Released | 2000 |
| Genre | Documentary |
| Language | English |
| Runtime | 59 min |
| Audience Score | 100% (10.0/10, 1 votes) |
My Father's Camera — FAQ
Is My Father's Camera worth watching? My Father's Camera holds a 10.0/10 rating from 1 viewers. Home movies and their unique place in popular culture are the subject of My Father's Camera. Director Karen Shopsowitz weaves the history of home movies together with footage shot by her father--amateur filmmaker Israel
Who directed My Father's Camera? Directed by Karen Shopsowitz.
Where can I stream My Father's Camera? Streaming availability for My Father's Camera is listed above when a platform is confirmed. MovieLink App is an info guide and hosts no files.
When did My Father's Camera release? It released in 2000.
