Laura Gabbert

executive producer and director, “The Power of Film”

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Laura Gabbert on KCRW

People watch certain films repeatedly, and not all are masterpieces. “The Power of Film” explores why. The docu-series is based on Howard Suber’s book of the same name.

‘The Power of Film’: Why are certain titles so enduring?

People watch certain films repeatedly, and not all are masterpieces. “The Power of Film” explores why. The docu-series is based on Howard Suber’s book of the same name.

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