The five-day cinematic celebration, featuring screenings of nearly 30 rare silent and early sound features, focuses on uncommon films seldom given public screenings. Check www.cinecon.org for specific films, times and celebrity guests.

Thu., Aug. 28; Fri., Aug. 29; Sat., Aug. 30; Sun., Aug. 31; Mon., Sept. 1, 2008

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