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Milestone Films Will Be Given Away to Maya Cade of the Black Film Archive

In a groundbreaking move for film preservation, Milestone Films has announced its decision to transfer its entire collection to Maya Cade, founder of the Black Film Archive. This significant donation represents a crucial step in protecting and celebrating Black cinematic history.

Milestone Films, known for its commitment to distributing important independent and diverse films, will entrust its extensive collection to Cade, recognizing her pioneering work in documenting and preserving Black film heritage. The Black Film Archive, founded by Cade in 2021, has already gained widespread recognition for its mission to catalog and celebrate Black films from 1898 to 1989.

Key aspects of this transfer include:

Comprehensive film collection preservation
Continued accessibility of rare and historic films
Amplification of Black cinematic narratives
Institutional support for film scholarship

This transfer represents more than a simple collection handover; it symbolizes a broader commitment to ensuring that Black film history receives the recognition and scholarly attention it deserves. Cade's work has already been instrumental in bringing overlooked films to contemporary audiences, and this collection will further enhance her archival efforts.

The donation underscores the growing importance of intentional film preservation and the critical role of institutions and individuals dedicated to maintaining cultural memory. As film archives continue to evolve, this tra

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