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A New Romance of Celluloid: The Miracle of Sound(en)
This short documentary, presented and directed by MGM sound engineer Douglas Shearer, goes behind the scenes to look at how the sound portion of a talking picture is created.
The Return of the Living Dead: The Decade of Darkness(en)
A look at the horror movies of the 1980's.
Another Romance of Celluloid(en)
This second entry in MGM's "Romance of Film" series documents how celluloid movie film is processed and features behind-the-scenes glimpses of current MGM productions.
The Man Who Makes the Difference(en)
Promotional documentary for the MGM film "Ice Station Zebra" focusing on the career and cinematographic innovations of cameraman John Stephens.
The Romance of Celluloid(en)
Several behind the scenes aspects of the movie-making business, which results in the enjoyment the movie going public has in going to the theater, are presented. They include: the production of celluloid aka film stock, the materials used in the production of which include cotton and silver; construction crews who build sets including those to look like cities, towns and villages around the world; a visit with Jack Dawn who demonstrates the process of creating a makeup design; the screen testing process, where many an acting hopeful gets his/her start; the work of the candid camera man, the prying eyes behind the movie camera; a visit with Adrian, who designs the clothes worn by many of the stars on screen; and a visit with Herbert Stothart as he conducts his musical score for Conquest (1937). These behind the scenes looks provide the opportunity to get acquainted with the cavalcade of MGM stars and their productions that will grace the silver screen in the 1937/38 movie season.
Walt Disney World Resort In Florida Holiday Guide Video(en)
Presenter Andrea Boardman adventures through all of the Disney theme parks, dining options, Water parks, Downtown Disney area and hotel resorts that were available at the Walt Disney World resort in 1998.
The Lord of the Rings the Musical - Original London Production - Promotional Documentary(en)
This 15-minute DVD follows the adaptation of LOTR for the stage, and features rehearsal and show footage of the initial production in Toronto as well as interviews with the creative team now preparing for the London production.
A Trip to Paramountown(en)
Documentary short film depicting the filmmaking activity at the Paramount Studios in Hollywood, featuring dozens of stars captured candidly and at work.
The Making of 'The Goodbye Girl'(en)
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The Whimsical World of Oz(en)
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Operation Dirty Dozen(en)
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David O. Selznick: Your New Producer(en)
Clip-filled promotional short by MGM Studios celebrating the body of work by producer David O. Selznick.
American Thrift: An Expansive Tribute to the "Woman American"(en)
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Thrills for You(en)
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The Hollywood You Never See(en)
The making of Cleopatra (1934), showing pre-production, DeMille directing a scene, and the addition of music to the soundtrack.
The Hollywood Gad-About(en)
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The Making of a Great Motion Picture(en)
Narrated documentary of the making of Anthony Adverse (1936), featuring many clips from the actual film.
From the Ends of the Earth(en)
An MGM short showing how materials are shipped by boat 'From the Ends of the Earth' to Hollywood. Featuring footage from the MGM films being made at the time. Such as The Women, Thunder Afloat, Siren of the Tropics, Ninotchka, Northwest Passage, and At the Circus.