VOICED: 'Lost' Hitchcock film found in New Zealand

The transcript discusses the discovery of deteriorating nitrate films in New Zealand, including Alfred Hitchcock's earliest known work, White Shadow. The film was restored by Park Rd studio, known for its work on the Lord of the Rings trilogy. Hitchcock's stylistic touches are evident in the film, despite only the first half being found. An early work by American director John Ford, the 1927 silent film Upstream, was also discovered. The New Zealand Film Archive continues to search for more lost masterpieces. The survival of these films is attributed to a projectionist who defied rules, as geographic isolation often led to the destruction of prints to avoid shipping costs.

What challenges did the New Zealand Film Archive face regarding nitrate prints?

What was the significance of the projectionist's actions in preserving the films?