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Wander Into a Cinematic Dream (or Nightmare)
The movie magic of editing and visual effects allows filmmakers to conjure images unlike reality. For some, this is a means of introducing impossible fantasy; for others, it is a means of blurring the boundary between the conscious and unconscious, the waking world and the dreaming world. This month, the library will be highlighting movies […]
1/26/2026
2:49PM
What’s New in the CFL Movie Collection?
Every year, the Chester Fritz Library acquires new DVDs and Blu-rays to add to our collection. Some of these acquisitions are recent releases; others are splashy re-releases of classic films. We also try to fill “gaps” in our collection– movies that were overlooked by our curators at the time of release. To start 2026, we […]
1/5/2026
1:47PM
Beyond the Desk – Open Education Conference
Our second post in our new series, Beyond the Desk: Learning Together, Serving Better, features Jackson Harper, Open Education Resources (OER) Librarian at UND. The series aims to highlight the professional development activities our library staff engage in. Through these stories, we’ll share insights on how these experiences keep our team informed of the latest […]
12/15/2025
9:50AM
Celebrate a Holiday(-Lite) Movie!
Scores of movies are about the Christmas holiday season, its traditions, and Santa Claus. Other movies just happen to be set in December amongst festivities or feature pivotal events during a Christmas party. We've curated a collection of such movies that just happen to be set during Christmas.
11/23/2025
3:21PM