Crash Course
Breaking the Silence: Crash Course Film History
Nothing changed movies like the arrival of synchronous sound. NOTHING! Acting, directing, cinematography, and presentation all had to be rethought. Some studios were more quick to take on the challenge while others waited until the last...
Curated Video
The Evolution of Movies: From Silent Films to Computer Graphics
In this video, the teacher takes students on an adventure through the history of movies. They explore the introduction of sound and color, as well as the advancements in computer graphics. The teacher encourages students to use their...
Curated Video
The Great Depression
The Great Depression was one of the worst economic disasters America has ever experienced. But it’s also a period that produced some of the great innovations in US history.
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Terror Attack on The Taj Hotel in Mumbai, India
CLEAN: Police and soldiers outside The Taj Hotel during the Terror attack *BAD QUALITY FOOTAGE*
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Terror Attack on The Taj Hotel in Mumbai, India
CLEAN: Police and soldiers outside The Taj Hotel during the Terror attack *BAD QUALITY FOOTAGE*
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Popcorn Popping in the Pan
Popcorn falling out of the pan in slow motion. Freshly cooked, with space to the left. Traditional popcorn machine, with pan and lever.
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Popcorn Falling in to Cabinet (Slow-Mo)
Freshly popped popcorn falling into cabinet of traditional popcorn machine in slow motion. Potential for loopable background.
PBS
Pbs: From the Silent Era to Franchise Films: The Shattered Silence
A video that discusses the history of adding sounds to movies, the first movies with sound, and the Warner family. [7:18]
Crash Course
Crash Course Film History #10: Breaking the Silence
This video focuses on the breaking of silence in movies with the invention of sound on film and disc allowing for the synchronization of picture and sound. [9:36]