New (digital) technology means two things. First there are better techniques for cleaning up, remastering and screening older films. Secondly - and quite specifically in this decade of DVD - that people also want to see restored and extra footage, and different cuts or editions.

It's possible that we are in a period where there is a minor boom in the consumption, rediscovery and understanding of cinema. Consequently there may well be a corresponding creative surge to follow. I hope so!