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Metrograph Theater Launches Literary Venture with New Film Magazine

The Metrograph Theater, Manhattan's beloved independent cinema house, has announced the launch of its first-ever film magazine, Metrograph Journal, marking a significant expansion of its cultural programming beyond film screenings. This quarterly publication aims to bridge the gap between contemporary film criticism and the theatrical experience.

The magazine, which debuts this spring, will feature in-depth articles, interviews with filmmakers, critical essays, and photo portfolios that reflect the theater's curatorial vision. According to Metrograph's creative director, the publication will serve as both a complement to their screening program and a standalone voice in film criticism.

Notable features of the magazine include:

Contributions from established film critics and emerging voices
Original photography and archival materials
Coverage of both contemporary cinema and film history
Behind-the-scenes looks at film restoration and preservation

The launch of Metrograph Journal comes at a time when print media dedicated to film criticism has been declining, making this initiative particularly significant for the film community. The magazine will be available both at the theater's location on Ludlow Street and through select bookstores and newsstands nationwide.

This venture represents a natural evolution for the Metrograph, which has established itself as more than just a movie theater since its opening in 2016, functioning as a cultural hub that includes

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