The work of Michael Maglaras & Terri Templeton
Experience original content that explores American art and the lives of the people who create it.
We believe American art is something everyone should see for themselves. Through film, we tell stories that expand our understanding of the American artistic tradition and its impact on our everyday lives.
In Maglaras’s experienced hands, Kenneth Clark’s original treatment of art and its foundational relationship to human striving is dramatically updated with powerful images of a mid-century America in profound societal disarray.” – ARTES Magazine
“Mesmerizing and wondrous.” – Virginia Museum of Fine Arts
“A brilliant, creative combination of sounds and images… this film is a tour de force.” – ARTES Magazine
“Maglaras and Templeton’s work is comparable to that of the widely acclaimed Ken Burns.” – New Britain Herald
“A wonderful celebration of America, her people, and her possibilities.” – The Blue Paper
“An excellent analysis of an event that changed the art world.” – Library Journal
“An eye-opening film.” – Daily Press
“Magnificent.” – SiriusXM
“A beautiful introduction to Ward and his work…unforgettable.” – Journal of American History
In my upcoming film “Ralph Waldo Emerson: Give All to Love” I try to make the case for Emerson’s fearlessness. For Emerson was in fact
I’m making a film about Ralph Waldo Emerson. Yes, that’s the guy you’ve heard of, perhaps know something about. Perhaps you have a distant memory
Announcing 217 Films’ New Documentary “Ralph Waldo Emerson: Give All to Love” ASHFORD, CONNECTICUT (June 9, 2022) – Connecticut-based independent filmmakers Michael Maglaras and Terri Templeton of 217
Connecticut-based independent filmmakers Michael Maglaras and Terri Templeton of 217 Films announce with pleasure that on August 19, 2021 Sir Kenneth Clark has been honored
“Civilisation and America”: A New Film by Michael Maglaras Has Virtual Premiere This Week at the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C. Connecticut-based independent
***Film will be available for streaming starting August 18 through August 24*** Stream for free at this link. The National Gallery will host a virtual