| The Transformation of Cinema, 1907-1915: Volume 2 Contributor(s): Bowser, Eileen (Author) |
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ISBN: 0520085345 ISBN-13: 9780520085343 Publisher: University of California Press OUR PRICE: $41.53 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: May 1994 Annotation: Eileen Bowser chronicles the history of the American film business from the days of storefront nickelodeons to the premiere of D. W. Griffith's "The Birth of a Nation," The effect of the surroundings--the size of the hall; whether the film was shown alone or along with vaudeville entertainment; and the size, quality, and relevance of the musical background--are all examined for their impact on the filmgoing experience. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Performing Arts | Film - History & Criticism |
| Dewey: 791.430 |
| LCCN: 93041317 |
| Series: History of the American Cinema |
| Physical Information: 0.8" H x 7.05" W x 10.02" (1.64 lbs) 337 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Eileen Bowser chronicles the history of the American film business from the days of storefront nickelodeons to the premiere of D. W. Griffith's The Birth of a Nation. The effect of the surroundings-the size of the hall; whether the film was shown alone or along with vaudeville entertainment; and the size, quality, and relevance of the musical background-are all examined for their impact on the filmgoing experience. |