An Evening's Entertainment: The Age of the Silent Feature Picture, 1915-1928This award-winning examination of the American film industry has already been acclaimed as A major achievement in film history, unlikely to be surpassed for many years (American Historical Review) and an indispensable set (Film Quarterly) that should become the standard reference work in every American library (Choice). The 10-volume, illustrated series considers the film industry from its early roots in the 19th century right up to 1990. It examines the development of film and the film industry, analyzing both the genres, themes and technology that defined each decade and the political and economic background that gave rise to them. Each volume focuses on a separate decade, providing a narrative on the evolution of both the business and the art of film in America. Each volume is heavily illustrated, and ends with several indexes, notes, a bibliography and a variety of appendixes of top-grossing films, stars and Oscar winners, and more. While Gale strives to replicate print content, some content may not be available due to rights restrictions.Call your Sales Rep for details.PIM31-MAY-1801 |
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... Sennett were in direct competition for supremacy in short - comedy production , and this new angle would enable Roach to differentiate his product from Sennett's by bringing in some of the elements of " high - class " comedy involving ...
... Sennett at that time , recalled that this studio " slant " was constantly kept in mind , especially when hiring new talent . 15 In 1915 the journalist Harry Carr visited the Sennett lot and observed this system in action . According to ...
... Sennett is able to direct the whole thing in miniature in a few hours , " marveled Harry Carr . Sennett was thus able to " personally direct the scenarios " of his ten or twelve companies and maintain a high degree of individual control ...
Contents
Going to the Movies | 9 |
Corporate Organization | 63 |
Making Movies | 95 |
Copyright | |
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