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Lights, camera, action! Most everyone is familiar with the terrifyingly realistic special effects in Jurassic Park, but how did motion pictures get their start? This title traces the history of the motion picture and highlights the technological developments that have wowed movie-going audiences for more than a century. Kids get an overview of the secrets behind some of the most extraordinary aspects of cinematography. Have you ever wondered what...

Surveys the history of the movies from the silents to contemporary films, examining all ages and genres and identifying notable directors and their works.

Explores the history of movies, from the pioneer days at the turn of the century to recent trends in Hollywood and around the world.

Explores the history of film around the world, from the earliest shadow show to the blockbusters of today, discussing the transition from the silent era to "talkies" and examining specific genres such as comedy, cowboy pictures, and horror movies.

"Meghan McCarthy tells the story of the history of movies and the creators who made them. In fascinating detail, she shows how early photography capturing motion became silent films, which led to the first color films"--

Provides information about movies, chronicling their history from the early moving pictures to today; detailing how stunts and screen writing are done; and profiling famous actors, producers, and directors.