How should I affix 35mm film inside a picture frame?

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I recently bought a few strips of tidbits from a movie, on 35mm film. (17 strips of 6 frames each, about 11x3.5cm a strip)
I know this isn't "photography" per se, but I think it still counts as I have it on film strips not for projector-viewing purposes, doesn't it? ;)
Anyways, Since they're film strips, I'm going to put them inside a picture frame for display.
I am planning to buy a very cheap backlight (A3 size costs about $14) and fit the backlight (and film strips) inside a picture frame.
And here comes the question: How should I affix (attach) the film strips to the backlight (or front of the picture frame glass)? I'm thinking that scotch tape would really damage the film when taken off (and would look nasty), and magnets... Could affect the electric backlight. And also be a hassle since I'd need over 15 tiny magnets.
How do you all suggest I go about this task?
Any help is welcome!
P.S: And I should, when completed, keep this frame away from direct sunlight, right? What conditions should I store it in? Is keeping it in a warm room in the shade OK?

qrk · Accepted Answer

Perhaps you can use nylon sewing thread or thin monofilament fishing line to support the film. You can run two threads through the sprocket holes and terminate the threads in an area covered by the frame.

Correct answer by qrk on August 18, 2021

osullic · Answer

Is this film valuable? If I were going to do what you describe, I'd assume this display setup will only last a few years. I don't think any amount of constant light is good for film.
Take a read of this doc from Kodak Motion Picture:
FILM STORAGE AND HANDLING
If you want to stick film with tape, I'd look for a low tack tape that doesn't leave any residue. I've bought Lineco tape for mounting pictures in the past that I've been happy with. It's not transparent though. Consider also photo corners.

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