Ron Paquet
- Helped organize a complete retrospective of David Lean films for the Ontario Film Institute, Toronto, 1986-1987
- Was consulted by Stephen Silverman for his book: David Lean, 1984
- Was consulted by and provided photo material for Robert Morris and Lawrence Raskin for their book: Lawrence Of Arabia, 1986
- Was consulted by Robert Harris regarding the restoration of Lawrence Of Arabia, 1986
- Was consulted by Kevin Brownlow for his book: David Lean, 1998
- Was jury member for Canadian International Annual Film Festival, Toronto, 1992-1994
- Was jury member for The Gemini Awards, Toronto, 1993
- Was jury member for The Toronto Worldwide Short Film Festival, 1999
- Was the projectionist, 16mm, for the Uxbridge Festival For The Arts, 1990-1992
- Was the projectionist, 16mm, for The Marie Dressler Film Festival, Coburg, Ontario, 1993-1995
- Has provided film material Columbia for the DVD releases of The Bridge On The River Kwai and Lawrence Of Arabia, 2000-2001

Ron Paquet | Owner of the David Lean Archive

January 4, 2025 @ 10:00 am
Hi there,
I wish to obtain a copy of “Brief Encounter” on 16mm. This was my first black and white films I saw in the UK when I arrived from Australia to work in 2003 and I was absolutely captivated.
Do you know where I can still get a copy or if you are interested in selling me a copy?
Warm Regards,
Jeff Ooi
January 4, 2025 @ 10:21 am
Sorry Jeff I wish I could help you but I only have the one copy. Acquiring David Lean films on 16mm is very difficult. I acquired my cop many years ago when interest in David Lean was not so great . I can only suggest you check out Ebay on line. There are of course plenty of videos and dvds for sale.
Best regards
Ron