Joseph Turow, Marie Travis, John W. English, Michael Jeck, Roger Ebert, Charles Champlin, Stuart Schoffman, Vivian Sobchack, Bill Mechanic. Narrator: David Hartley.
Contents:
One reel stories -- Visual storytelling -- Attracting audiences -- Studio control -- Movie competition -- Video trailers.
Summary:
This program examines the history of film, from its beginnings in the late 19th century to the invention of VCRs. Filmmaking's roots as an entertainment and storytelling medium are examined, along with the emergence of Hollywood, the studio star system, and birth of the talkies. Film industry regulation, including censorship, is discussed along with the blacklist and competition from television.
Series:
Introduction to mass communication
OCLC:
(OCoLC)40233435
Locations:
UDAX314 -- Charles C. Myers Library (Dubuque) — PN1993.A1 F55 1998
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