This compilation video gives a quick synopsis of 30 classic movies ranging from “Birth of a nation” to “A Star is born”. It uses key clips and highlights from each film and a whirlwind narration from speed readers to deliver maximum plot content in the one minute available, before moving on to the next title. Written and edited by David Starns.
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Collection metadata
ACMI Identifier
316623
Language
English
Audience classification
G
Subject categories
Advertising, Film, Journalism, Mass Media & TV → Motion picture industry - History
Advertising, Film, Journalism, Mass Media & TV → Motion pictures
Advertising, Film, Journalism, Mass Media & TV → Motion pictures - Excerpts
Advertising, Film, Journalism, Mass Media & TV → Motion pictures - History
Advertising, Film, Journalism, Mass Media & TV → Motion pictures - United States - History
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Colour
Holdings
VHS; Access Print (Section 1)