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Oct 9, 1982 · Before the Nickelodeon: The Early Cinema of Edwin S. Porter: Directed by Charles Musser. With Blanche Sweet, Jay Leyda, Rob Issen, Robert Sklar. This documentary is produced by one of the world's foremost authorities and biographers of Edwin S. Porter.
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- Documentary, Biography, History
- Charles Musser
- 1982-10-09
A documentary on the origins of the American cinema; Porter's work is showcased in the context of the whole American cinema of his day, from mutoscope parlors to the advent of the projected...
- Documentary
Apr 22, 2008 · Noted film historian Charles Musser (The Emergence of Cinema) co-wrote and directed this definitive tribute to Edwin S. Porter, Thomas Edison's mechanic and cameraman, who is now recognized as America's first important filmmaker and a major contributor to the evolution of film structure.
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- Drama, Classics/Silent Films
- Charles Musser
- English
Before the Nickelodeon: The Cinema of Edwin S. Porter streaming: where to watch online? You can buy "Before the Nickelodeon: The Cinema of Edwin S. Porter" on Amazon Video as download or rent it on Amazon Video online.
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A documentary overview of silent cinema pioneer Edwin S. Porter. ... Before the Nickelodeon: The Cinema of Edwin S. Porter (1982) G 10/09/1982 (US) ...
Jan 1, 1982 · Synopsis by Eleanor Mannikka. At the beginning of this documentary on early cinematographer Edwin S. Porter (1869-1941), director Charles Musser gives some background on the "nickelodeons" or theaters that charged a nickel as an entrance fee, and their early (presumably cheaper) predecessors.
Sep 10, 2012 · Musser's enchanting piece of movie archaeology traces the life of this key figure, with plenty of clips from his greatest hits, a commentary from Blanche Sweet (the Griffith star), and just the...
