
Once Upon a Silver Screen
2025-06-28 · 11 min · Not rated
A nostalgic short documentary capturing heartfelt memories of people recalling their very first experience watching a film in a theatre. Each voice shares a personal story of wonder, excitement, and the timeless magic of cinema.
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- Directors
- Martin George
- Production companies
- The Odyssey Collective
- Countries
- India
- Status
- Released
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