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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... camera department . They soon found that a new generation of American camera manufacturers , notably the Bell & Howell Corporation and the Mitchell Camera Company , were quite responsive to their needs and suggestions , and links were ...
... camera that would soon force the Bell & Howell from the studios . The key feature of this camera was its unique focusing device , a rackover system invented by John Leonard that allowed the cam- eraman to frame and compose directly ...
... cameras were used throughout this period for special applications . According to Carl Louis Gregory ( 1927 ) , the Universal was " the first moderate priced camera to stand the test of time . " Solidly constructed of wood and metal , it ...
Contents
Going to the Movies | 9 |
Corporate Organization | 63 |
Making Movies | 95 |
Copyright | |
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