Winter may have been cold and snowy this year, but that just means its a good time to curl up with a good movie… or 4! MVCC Library has new Binge Bags to help you out! Each bag has 3 or 4 movies centered around a theme that you can take home for 3 weeks.… Continue reading BINGE BAGS: Binge-Watch Amazing Movies for Free!
Category: Music and Video
Blog posts about AV materials.
Relax and Check out our Streaming Video and DVD Collection
Once finals are over, I’m sure you are all looking to do some relaxing. We have all kinds of streaming videos and DVDs in our collection for your enjoyment. Looking to stream one of our feature films? Or would you prefer to check out the feature films in our DVD collection? Do you like documentaries?… Continue reading Relax and Check out our Streaming Video and DVD Collection
It Is Officially Spooky Season!
I know, I know, this whole year has kind of felt like “spooky season” right? But now that it is October 1st, I feel like I can officially break out the scary movies. Here are some titles that are available to stream at any time through some of Moraine Valley Library’s online services: These are… Continue reading It Is Officially Spooky Season!
What’s New Wednesdays: Music Edition
This week’s WNW edition focuses on music! From the long-awaited autobiography from Prince, to a handbook on recording, mixing, and mastering, and everything in between. If you need assistance locating the WNW display, please don’t hesitate to Ask a Librarian. If you would like to place a hold on any of these books, use these… Continue reading What’s New Wednesdays: Music Edition
What’s New Wednesdays: Oscar Films
This Sunday, Feb. 9th, the Oscars are on the ABC network, and we have some of the nominated films! A list of the categories with nominees can be viewed, or printed, if you’re participating in any contests during the show. Please check the “What’s New Wednesdays” (WNW) display case past the Reference Desk to see… Continue reading What’s New Wednesdays: Oscar Films
“I Want to Drive to Campus in Cold Weather for a DVD”, Said No One Ever
You ever think, “I’d like to watch a movie, but I don’t want to pay for it or leave the house”? Don’t worry, the library understands. Better yet, we don’t judge. You can stay home AND warm while simultaneously NOT violating any piracy laws by streaming video through the library! Being lawful has never been… Continue reading “I Want to Drive to Campus in Cold Weather for a DVD”, Said No One Ever
What’s New?
The Library has every movie adaptation of A Star is Born to suit one’s fancy! Check them out: A Star is Born (1937) / directed by William A. Wellman ; produced by David O. Selznick ; starring Janet Gaynor & Fredric March A Star is Born (1954) / produced by Sidney Luft ; directed by George Cukor ; starring Judy Garland… Continue reading What’s New?
Handmaid’s Tale (Seasons 1 & 2) Available
Handmaid’s Tale fans: we just got season 2! The 3rd season premieres June 5th. We have BOTH season 1 & 2 available in our collection if you need to catch up. Watch the season 3 trailer here. Handmaid’s Tale resources available in our collection.
Fosse/Verdon FX Miniseries
A new miniseries premiered last Tuesday (April 9th) on the FX cable channel titled Fosse Verdon. It’s based on the Fosse biography written by Sam Wasson, and stars Sam Rockwell as director–choreographer Bob Fosse, and Michelle Williams as actress and dancer Gwen Verdon. Lin-Manuel Miranda (of Hamilton fame) is one of many executive producers. “The project tells the story of the… Continue reading Fosse/Verdon FX Miniseries
Classic Movie Serials
Many MVCC students and staff enjoy reading graphic novels. Take that reading experience one step further and make it a visual experience. View a different type of movie genre this winter vacation – a classic movie serial. According to Wikipedia, serials, more specifically known as movie serials, film serials or chapter plays, are short subjects… Continue reading Classic Movie Serials