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Discusses the history of the Walt Disney Company and the life and career of Walt Disney.

Recounts the 1947 government investigation into the motion picture industry by the House Un-American Activities Committee. 1947: "A Cold War is brewing between communist Soviet Union and the United States. Tensions between the two countries are at an all-time high. In America, people begin to see communist threats everywhere, and the U.S. government forms a committee to investigate those threats. Even Hollywood comes under the microscope. Acclaimed...

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.

All the red-carpet records from your most liked movies, music, social media, TV shows, books and beyond.

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.

A guide to the Pink Panther films and their characters from the 1960s to the 2000s.

Describes several films made by teenagers and discusses techniques of filming, editing, and creating a soundtrack. Also discusses different types of filming equipment available and includes a glossary of technical terms.