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Charlie Chaplin Official Website
This is the official website for the legendary comedian, director and silent film star who was born in England in 1889. Features biographical information in addition to stills from some of his more famous movies such as "The Gold Rush,"...
Employment Spot
Employment Spot: Hollywood Jobs
Who hasn't dreamed of running off to Hollywood and rubbing elbows with the rich and famous? And it isn't only aspiring actors, writers and directors who dream. After all, the stars need someone to cook for them, fix their computers,...
Sonoma State University
The Gamma Ray Large Area Space Telescope (Glast)
Background information on gamma rays and the sources of gamma rays in the universe. Discusses the purpose of the GLAST space mission and the types of findings which they wish to make. A link to the GLAST movie provides an excellent...
American Movie Classics Company
The Film Site: Film History Before 1920
A storehouse of information about early film history, which discusses the development of the science and art behind motion picture technologies. Also looks at the how films were exhibited, the first feature-length films, early stars, fan...
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Canadian Content: Famous Canadian Actors
Presents a list of famous actors and actress from Canada. By clicking on each name, you can gather some brief biographical information. Some well known names include Alex Trebek, Art Linkletter, Dan Akroyd, Jim Carrey, and Michael J. Fox.
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Charlie Chaplin: Biography
Beginning with his childhood debut as a professional dancer, track Chaplin's life and accomplishments through this comprehensive biography and photo gallery. Links to video excerpts from many of Chaplin's films.
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Roger Ebert: Review of Anna Karenina
Roger Ebert, film critic for the Chicago Sun-Times, reviews the 1997 film version of Leo Tolstoy's classic novel Anna Karenina. The movie starred Sophie Marceau and Sean Bean as Anna and Vronsky.
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Filmbug: Johnny Weissmuller
Discover facts about the 1924 Olympian swimmer and movie star, Johnny Weissmuller. This site also provides additional sources concerning his additional film experiences.
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Silent Era: Buster Keaton
A brief biography of Buster Keaton, star of the Silent Film era. Links to additional resources
Nine Planets
The Nine Planets: Sun Picture List
Various pictures and movies of the sun. Download some of these files and then give a presentation to your class explaining the solar phenomena.
Curated OER
Yohkoh Public Outreach Project: Yohkoh Movie Theater
The Yohkoh Public Outreach Project provides images, movies, and tours depicting our nearest star, the Sun. Content includes a wealth of information, learning activities, and much more.
NASA
Nasa Star Child: The Sun
A site for users to learn more about the Sun. Site includes a song, movie and facts about the Sun.
Songwriters Hall of Fame
Songwriters Hall of Fame: John Williams
John Williams has written many famous themes for many popular movies. Learn more about him and his music by reading a brief biography and viewing a short discography of his work.
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Center for Story and Symbol: Joseph Campbell a Scholar's Life
A biography of Joseph Campbell, a leading academic in the study of myth. Discusses his books and his ideas about myth and folklore. His work was a big influence on filmmaker George Lucas for the screenplay of the first Star Wars movie.
American Academy of Achievement
Academy of Achievement: Dame Julie Andrews
A biography of the legendary actress, Julie Andrews. Most people would recognize her for starring role in the classic movie, The Sound of Music. Includes a profile, videos, and a photo gallery.
Curated OER
Mary Pickford in Her Dual Role in Stella Maris
An article by Dan Lybarger about Mary Pickford. This is a brief history of her career, but more importantly, a look at the times when she was active as a silent movie star.
Curated OER
Photograph of Mary Pickford
Mary Pickford, Canada's first movie star, was also a groundbreaking businesswoman. This site is a biography of her life and career.
Science Education Resource Center at Carleton College
Serc: Mn Step: Scientific Methods: Using "Awakenings" to Dispel Misconceptions
An activity where students watch the movie "Awakenings" starring Robin Williams. The purpose of the lesson is for students to record on a tally sheet each time they notice a step in the scientific method being used. They will become...
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Montana State University: How Much Would You Weigh on Distant Planets?
This resource contains a lesson plan in which students study the effects of gravity on the planets of the Solar System. They will view movies from the lunar Apollo missions, calculate their own weight on other planets, and propose what...
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Image Entertainment: Lost Films of Laurel and Hardy
This site from Image Entertainment talks about many of Laurel and Hardy's silent comedies.
American Movie Classics Company
The Greatest Films: Greatest Silent Films
Discusses the early silent film industry. Also, includes links to related information.
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Silent Era: Actors
A list of actors in the Silent Film era. Click on a name to find a brief biography and additional resources.
Smithsonian Institution
National Postal Museum: Art of the Stamp: Laurel and Hardy
View the artwork for a U.S. postage stamp issued in 1991 to commemorate Stan Laurel and Oliver Hardy. With a short passage on their contributions to both silent films and comedies.