80th Anniversary Edition - Coming in 2022!
We the Living premiered in 1942 and the 80th anniversary of this extraordinary film is coming right up!
In celebration, Duncan Scott productions is preparing for a gala “re-premiere” with a new edition of the film that is newly restored and rejuvenated--and in high-definition for the first time.
In celebration, Duncan Scott productions is preparing for a gala “re-premiere” with a new edition of the film that is newly restored and rejuvenated--and in high-definition for the first time.
The opening night of We the Living: The 80th Anniversary Edition in 2022 will be a gala event. The film will then enjoy a wide release in theaters and via streaming, making it possible for audiences around the world to discover this inspiring movie and the fundamental values it proclaims so powerfully.
Preparing for this new release has been a massive undertaking. It began when we had a high-definition digital scan made using the well-preserved master 35mm negatives that had been recovered in Italy in 1968 by Rand’s associates, Erika and Henry Holzer. This process alone greatly improved the clarity of the film, making it far sharper and more detailed than previous versions. Then, using state-of-the-art digital software technology, we cleaned up and repaired the entire film, frame by frame, removing scratches, dirt, and other flaws that are common in old movies. Improvements to exposure and contrast were also made, scene by scene. The soundtrack was de-noised and its fidelity improved.
The result is nothing short of stunning.
Audiences will finally get to experience this beautiful film much as moviegoers saw it when We the Living premiered at the Venice Film Festival in 1942!
Preparing for this new release has been a massive undertaking. It began when we had a high-definition digital scan made using the well-preserved master 35mm negatives that had been recovered in Italy in 1968 by Rand’s associates, Erika and Henry Holzer. This process alone greatly improved the clarity of the film, making it far sharper and more detailed than previous versions. Then, using state-of-the-art digital software technology, we cleaned up and repaired the entire film, frame by frame, removing scratches, dirt, and other flaws that are common in old movies. Improvements to exposure and contrast were also made, scene by scene. The soundtrack was de-noised and its fidelity improved.
The result is nothing short of stunning.
Audiences will finally get to experience this beautiful film much as moviegoers saw it when We the Living premiered at the Venice Film Festival in 1942!
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A personal note from Duncan Scott
We're pulling out all the stops to restore We the Living. I’ve financed the restoration work with my own money and invested hundreds of hours of time and effort. Although it's unlikely this investment will ever be fully recouped, these were choices I gladly made and I’m proud of the results.
But for We the Living: The 80th Anniversary Edition to become a must-see for classic movie lovers and bring Ayn Rand's powerful message around the world, it will require a first rate promotional campaign. That will be very expensive and beyond what I can fund.
We are now seeking additional funding for the film's promotional campaign as well as some distribution and fulfillment expenses.
Our goal is to raise at least $127,000.
Will you consider supporting this effort? All donations are welcome and will be used exclusively to support the We the Living Restoration Project.
Contributions of $1,000 and above will be gratefully recognized with an on-screen credit at the end of the film, as follows:
$1000+ Special Thanks To
$5,000+ This Restoration Made Possible With the Support of
$25,000+ Executive Producer
Donors of $5000 and above will also receive complimentary invitations to attend the 2022 premiere of We the Living: The 80th Anniversary Edition and share in the excitement!
To find out more about donating, please email me at dscott@duncanscott.com.
Thank you,
Duncan Scott
To donate send a check payable to
We the Living Restoration Project
c/o Duncan Scott Productions
248 Latitude Lane (Suite 104)
Lake Wylie, SC 29710
A personal note from Duncan Scott
We're pulling out all the stops to restore We the Living. I’ve financed the restoration work with my own money and invested hundreds of hours of time and effort. Although it's unlikely this investment will ever be fully recouped, these were choices I gladly made and I’m proud of the results.
But for We the Living: The 80th Anniversary Edition to become a must-see for classic movie lovers and bring Ayn Rand's powerful message around the world, it will require a first rate promotional campaign. That will be very expensive and beyond what I can fund.
We are now seeking additional funding for the film's promotional campaign as well as some distribution and fulfillment expenses.
Our goal is to raise at least $127,000.
Will you consider supporting this effort? All donations are welcome and will be used exclusively to support the We the Living Restoration Project.
Contributions of $1,000 and above will be gratefully recognized with an on-screen credit at the end of the film, as follows:
$1000+ Special Thanks To
$5,000+ This Restoration Made Possible With the Support of
$25,000+ Executive Producer
Donors of $5000 and above will also receive complimentary invitations to attend the 2022 premiere of We the Living: The 80th Anniversary Edition and share in the excitement!
To find out more about donating, please email me at dscott@duncanscott.com.
Thank you,
Duncan Scott
To donate send a check payable to
We the Living Restoration Project
c/o Duncan Scott Productions
248 Latitude Lane (Suite 104)
Lake Wylie, SC 29710
The We the Living Restoration Project is not a non-profit entity.
Donations are not tax deductible.