| American Silent Film Comedies: An Illustrated Encyclopedia of Persons, Studios and Terminology Contributor(s): Miller, Blair (Author) |
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ISBN: 0786438835 ISBN-13: 9780786438839 Publisher: McFarland & Company OUR PRICE: $39.55 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: August 2008 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Performing Arts | Film - History & Criticism - Performing Arts | Film - Reference |
| Dewey: 791.436 |
| LCCN: 2008279154 |
| Physical Information: 1" H x 5.9" W x 8.9" (0.9 lbs) 292 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Many movie genres developed during the silent era, but none was as lasting as comedies. Actors and actresses stood in front of crude, hand-cranked cameras and invented a style that made people laugh and forget their troubles. This is an encyclopedic work to persons, institutions and terms associated with silent film comedy. For people, there is a capsule biography and a summary of their contribution. For studios and companies, there is a brief history and for terms, a full definition is given. |