Moses goes 6K

Contributing my time and money to The American Cinematheque has been one of the most positive and educational experiences of my adult life.

Last night, the Egyptian Theatre celebrated its 88th birthday. Along with cake and coffee, they screened Cecil B. DeMille's production of "The Ten Commandments" (1956) in glorious 6K digital projection. A huge feat for Paramount Pictures. I give kudos to the Egyptian for configuring the equipment necessary to show the film.

Ronald F. Smith, Paramount Pictures vp of restoration, commenced the screening with a historical and techy explanation. Essentially, they weren't trying to "enhance" the film; they wanted it to look like film. Like film as it was meant to be seen. Beautiful. Vibrant.

Which describes it exactly. Beautiful. Vibrant. The closest thing to heaven on screen. This is what it must have been like for Moses to see the burning bush.

As soon as Cecil came walking on stage, I was immediately impressed with the picture quality. Definitely a first for me to see an old film at the Egyptian without any jittery film playback.

Highlight of my evening was the presence of Mrs. Lydia Heston and son Fraser Heston.

Charlton Heston is -- bottom line -- a great orator. Supplemented by his strong, domineering presence. No one captivates my attention as much as this man. He is greatly missed.