Based in Sydney, since 2007 the Film Heritage Academy has presented over 500 sessions featuring restored silent films, many with live music accompaniment, and sound era classics. Recently Ursula has been invited to give short talks to introduce some of the films shown — click on the film title below for the text of the talks and the image for more information about the films.

The Letter (1929) starring Jeanne Eagels, screened 28 August 2026 at History House, Sydney. Click on the title for the download of the talk.

The Pawnshop, Behind the Screen, The Rink (1916) Charlie Chaplin, screened 31 July 2026 at Roseville Uniting Church. Click on the title for the download of the talk.

The Toll of the Sea (1922) starring Anna May Wong, screened 24 July 2026 at History House, Sydney. Click on the title for the download of the talk.

La Boheme (1926) starring Lillian Gish and John Gilbert, screened 26 June 2026. Click on the title for the download of the talk.

Our Hospitality (1923) Buster Keaton, screened 29 May 2026. Click on the title for the download of the talk.

Lonesome (1928) screened 24 April 2026 - click on the title for the download of the talk.

Safety Last (1923) screened 27 March 2026 click on title for download of talk.

The Enchanted Cottage (2024) screened 17 February 2026 - click on title for download of talk.

Snow White (1916) screened 30 August 2025 - click on title for download of talk.