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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... Mayer , Fox , Universal , and Warner Bros. If Joseph Schenck had been able to complete the merger with MGM , he would have been adding his forces to the industry's most sensational new combine . Metro- Goldwyn - Mayer Pictures ...
... Mayer group , " which included not only Mayer but attorney J. Robert Rubin and production head Irving Thalberg , who had been working for Mayer since February 1923. This group was under personal contract and in addition to salaries ...
... Mayer asked her to sign , without legal consultation , a release that would take her off salary until the studio found a suitable vehicle for her . When she demurred , Mayer threatened , " If you don't do as I say , I can ruin you ...
Contents
An Industry and an Art | 1 |
Going to the Movies | 9 |
Corporate Organization | 63 |
Copyright | |
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