Mary Pickford was one of the earliest film stars and helped establish the new film industry in America. She began her career in the early 1900s acting in films for D.W. Griffith's Biograph Company. By the 1910s, she was one of the most popular actresses in the world and was known as "America's Sweetheart." She expanded acceptable behaviors for women on screen, portraying youthful and energetic roles. Off screen, Pickford was a savvy businesswoman and helped form United Artists studio with Charlie Chaplin, Douglas Fairbanks, and D.W. Griffith. She remained one of the highest paid stars of her time and a prominent figure in the film industry.
This document contains annotations and analysis of passages from the play "Caroline, or Change" by Tony Kushner. The annotations discuss symbolic and metaphorical elements in the text, such as the basement representing Caroline's "hell" and characters representing different generations and attitudes towards social change in 1963 America during the Civil Rights Movement. Key events mentioned include the assassination of JFK and differences between how he was viewed by white and black communities regarding promises of progress on civil rights.
This document summarizes the agenda and topics discussed in Class #3 of ELIT 48C. The class covered manifestos by Ezra Pound, Willa Cather, William Carlos Williams, and Langston Hughes. It also provided historical context about the post-WWI period in America and discussed F. Scott Fitzgerald's The Great Gatsby, analyzing characters like Daisy, Tom, and Jordan Baker. Students were asked questions about the authors' ideas and how Fitzgerald used characters to portray 1920s society. Homework included reading about critical theory and new criticism and posting questions about new criticism.
This document is a writing portfolio for Alexandra Kaplan that includes samples of her work. The portfolio contains an about page for musician Adam Fallen, a review of the play "When We Were Young and Unafraid", a mock Michelle Obama speech on gender income disparity, an analysis of the novel "Beloved" by Toni Morrison, a press release for a Berlin art gallery, articles on New York Fashion Week, and a one-act play. Contact information is provided at the top including Alexandra's phone number, social media handles, and LinkedIn profile.
Beyoncé uses her music videos to convey powerful messages about black history, pride, and empowerment. Her videos for "Formation" and "Lemonade" highlight issues like police brutality and black oppression. Songs like "Brown Skin Girl" celebrate black beauty and fight against unrealistic standards. Throughout her career, Beyoncé has brought attention to important aspects of black history and culture through her art in order to inspire and motivate black communities around the world.
Dull gret – (aka mad meg) - Pupil Presentation on the character and links wit...Emma Sinclair
Dull Gret is based on the subject of the painting "Dulle Griet" by Pieter Breughel, which depicts a woman leading other women into Hell to fight devils. In the play, Gret says she and other women "gave the devils such a beating." This character would have been unconventional for women in 16th century England, when women were usually expected to marry and raise children. Gret is crude, eats voraciously, and has difficulty with social conventions and conversation. She can be compared to the independently-minded characters of Beatrice in "Much Ado About Nothing" and Jane Eyre, who do not rely on men despite hardships.
Robin Hood Study Guide - Millbrook Playhouse 2016Shannon Agnew
This document provides information about a school's upcoming production of Robin Hood and accompanying study guide materials. It explains that students may be chosen to participate in small on-stage cameo roles during the production. It also shares details about the study guide, which includes activities to help students understand concepts like narrative structure, character development, and historical context through lessons on Robin Hood's legend, vocabulary, creative writing prompts, and coat of arms design. The guide is meant to enrich the live performance and foster appreciation for theater and the arts.
The summary provides the essential details of the play "An Inspector Calls" in 3 concise sentences:
The Birling family's dinner party is interrupted by an inspector investigating the suicide of a young woman named Eva Smith. The inspector questions each family member and Gerald, revealing that they each played a role in Eva's downward spiral by firing her from their jobs and refusing her aid. Though the inspector's identity is later doubted, a real police call confirms a woman has just died, tying the story together.
This document analyzes the representation of women in Disney films from the "Classic Years" of 1937-1967 to the modern "Eisner Era" of 1989-present. It discusses how early Disney princesses like Snow White and Cinderella conform to tropes of being rescued from unfortunate circumstances by a prince after spending their time cleaning and waiting. Later eras saw fewer female leads and more supporting roles for women. Modern princesses like Ariel, Jasmine, and Mulan are portrayed as needing to trade their identities or become men to achieve success rather than gaining power through their own abilities. The document also notes Disney's pattern of depicting female power as evil through wicked witches and stepmothers while weakness
This document contains annotations and analysis of passages from the play "Caroline, or Change" by Tony Kushner. The annotations discuss symbolic and metaphorical elements in the text, such as the basement representing Caroline's "hell" and characters representing different generations and attitudes towards social change in 1963 America during the Civil Rights Movement. Key events mentioned include the assassination of JFK and differences between how he was viewed by white and black communities regarding promises of progress on civil rights.
This document summarizes the agenda and topics discussed in Class #3 of ELIT 48C. The class covered manifestos by Ezra Pound, Willa Cather, William Carlos Williams, and Langston Hughes. It also provided historical context about the post-WWI period in America and discussed F. Scott Fitzgerald's The Great Gatsby, analyzing characters like Daisy, Tom, and Jordan Baker. Students were asked questions about the authors' ideas and how Fitzgerald used characters to portray 1920s society. Homework included reading about critical theory and new criticism and posting questions about new criticism.
This document is a writing portfolio for Alexandra Kaplan that includes samples of her work. The portfolio contains an about page for musician Adam Fallen, a review of the play "When We Were Young and Unafraid", a mock Michelle Obama speech on gender income disparity, an analysis of the novel "Beloved" by Toni Morrison, a press release for a Berlin art gallery, articles on New York Fashion Week, and a one-act play. Contact information is provided at the top including Alexandra's phone number, social media handles, and LinkedIn profile.
Beyoncé uses her music videos to convey powerful messages about black history, pride, and empowerment. Her videos for "Formation" and "Lemonade" highlight issues like police brutality and black oppression. Songs like "Brown Skin Girl" celebrate black beauty and fight against unrealistic standards. Throughout her career, Beyoncé has brought attention to important aspects of black history and culture through her art in order to inspire and motivate black communities around the world.
Dull gret – (aka mad meg) - Pupil Presentation on the character and links wit...Emma Sinclair
Dull Gret is based on the subject of the painting "Dulle Griet" by Pieter Breughel, which depicts a woman leading other women into Hell to fight devils. In the play, Gret says she and other women "gave the devils such a beating." This character would have been unconventional for women in 16th century England, when women were usually expected to marry and raise children. Gret is crude, eats voraciously, and has difficulty with social conventions and conversation. She can be compared to the independently-minded characters of Beatrice in "Much Ado About Nothing" and Jane Eyre, who do not rely on men despite hardships.
Robin Hood Study Guide - Millbrook Playhouse 2016Shannon Agnew
This document provides information about a school's upcoming production of Robin Hood and accompanying study guide materials. It explains that students may be chosen to participate in small on-stage cameo roles during the production. It also shares details about the study guide, which includes activities to help students understand concepts like narrative structure, character development, and historical context through lessons on Robin Hood's legend, vocabulary, creative writing prompts, and coat of arms design. The guide is meant to enrich the live performance and foster appreciation for theater and the arts.
The summary provides the essential details of the play "An Inspector Calls" in 3 concise sentences:
The Birling family's dinner party is interrupted by an inspector investigating the suicide of a young woman named Eva Smith. The inspector questions each family member and Gerald, revealing that they each played a role in Eva's downward spiral by firing her from their jobs and refusing her aid. Though the inspector's identity is later doubted, a real police call confirms a woman has just died, tying the story together.
This document analyzes the representation of women in Disney films from the "Classic Years" of 1937-1967 to the modern "Eisner Era" of 1989-present. It discusses how early Disney princesses like Snow White and Cinderella conform to tropes of being rescued from unfortunate circumstances by a prince after spending their time cleaning and waiting. Later eras saw fewer female leads and more supporting roles for women. Modern princesses like Ariel, Jasmine, and Mulan are portrayed as needing to trade their identities or become men to achieve success rather than gaining power through their own abilities. The document also notes Disney's pattern of depicting female power as evil through wicked witches and stepmothers while weakness
This document analyzes representations of race in Disney's 2009 film The Princess and the Frog. It explores how Disney attempted to address criticisms of lacking African American representation with their first Black princess, Tiana, but ultimately had her spend over half the movie as a frog. It examines how Disney softened Tiana's original character design and changed her occupation from chambermaid to avoid negative stereotypes. Several studies discussed found Disney downplayed the realities of 1920s New Orleans segregation laws and focused more on Tiana's culinary skills to make her more palatable to mainstream audiences. While Disney profited greatly from selling Princess Tiana merchandise, critics argue the movie did little to empower young Black girls and showed being green was easier than being brown
The play explores themes of social responsibility and the interconnectedness of society through the interrogation of a wealthy British family by a police inspector about the suicide of a young pregnant woman named Eva Smith. Each family member is revealed to have played a small role in Eva's downward spiral through selfish actions like firing her from a job or refusing charity, showing how the attitudes and choices of all members of society can impact others. The inspector's compelling arguments seek to persuade the family that true change is needed to build a more just post-war society where people support each other.
Grace Jones is an iconic singer and model known for her androgynous style and daring persona. In her autobiography titled "I'll Never Write My Memoirs", she recounts her journey from a conservative upbringing in Jamaica to becoming a global symbol of cosmopolitan cool. She found success as a model in the 1970s before breaking through as a singer, collaborating with Chris Blackwell and Sly & Robbie to produce influential albums. Jones cultivated a fearless image through outrageous costumes and stunts, but reveals her softer side within. The book provides insight into her pioneering career while maintaining her enigmatic mystique.
The document provides background information on Virginia Woolf and her novel Mrs. Dalloway. Some key details include:
- Virginia Woolf was an influential modernist writer and feminist who was part of the Bloomsbury group. She suffered from mental illness.
- Mrs. Dalloway takes place over the course of a single day and interweaves the stories of Clarissa Dalloway and Septimus Smith. Clarissa prepares for a party while reflecting on her past, while Septimus is a shell-shocked war veteran struggling with his mental health.
- Major themes in the novel include the passage of time, isolation, the lasting impacts of war, and the repression of emotions by society.
Cameron's Great Britain discusses David Cameron's concept of the "Big Society" and provides an interactive experience analyzing J.B. Priestley's play "An Inspector Calls". [The document examines the key themes and historical context of the play through various activities analyzing characters, plot events, and Priestley's political and social views in early 20th century Britain.]
An Inspector Calls - Character and ThemeRoss Docherty
The document provides an overview of key characters and themes in An Inspector Calls. It summarizes:
1) Arthur Birling represents the wealthy middle-class who are unaware of the effects of their actions on workers.
2) Sheila realizes her responsibility for Eva Smith's fate most quickly and questions social responsibility.
3) The Inspector advocates for the rich to care for the poor and represents the play's message about social responsibility.
The document provides background information on J.B. Priestley, the author of An Inspector Calls, and context about the play. It discusses Priestley's life and experiences, including fighting in WWI. It outlines some of the key themes in the play like class conflict, social responsibility, and the roles of women. It also provides historical context for when the play is set in 1912, covering events like the Titanic and women's suffrage movement.
The document provides a revision guide for J.B. Priestley's play "An Inspector Calls". It includes summaries of the play's chronology, themes of responsibility, love, time, women's roles and class. It analyzes the significance of the play being set in 1912 but written in 1946. It examines the enigmatic Inspector and provides character analyses of Mr. Birling and Sheila. The revision guide comprehensively covers many key elements and interpretations of the play in under 7 pages.
This chapter introduces several important settings and characters in The Great Gatsby. It describes the valley of ashes, a symbol of moral and spiritual decay, and Tom Buchanan's lavish apartment in New York City. Tom's extramarital lover, Myrtle Wilson, lives in the valley with her husband George. At Tom's party, Nick is intrigued by the mysterious Jay Gatsby, who is the subject of wild rumors but has yet to appear. The chapter establishes Tom as arrogant and abusive towards Myrtle.
J.B. Priestley was a British writer born in 1894 who wrote the play An Inspector Calls. He grew up in Yorkshire and worked as a clerk before fighting in WWI, experiences that shaped his socialist views. Priestley believed people must care for one another regardless of class. The play is set in 1912 Birmingham during a time of social stratification and no welfare state. It critiques the capitalist class for treating the working class as disposable. The characters each contribute to the suicide of a young woman, Eva Smith, showing how individuals' actions impact society.
Gallows Humor, Sick Humor, and Toilet HumorBernie DeKoven
This document discusses different examples of gallows humor, sick humor, and toilet humor in various works of literature and film. It provides examples from novels by John Irving, Terry Southern, and Lemony Snicket as well as films by Woody Allen, Alfred Hitchcock, Stanley Kubrick, and Quentin Tarantino. It also discusses how gallows humor can be grounded in real tragic events like the case of Alfred E. Packer who was sentenced to death for cannibalism. The document examines humor related to death, violence, sexuality, and bodily functions.
This document analyzes and compares the psychological interpretations and symbols in the Brothers Grimm story of Snow White versus Walt Disney's 1937 animated film adaptation.
Bettelheim sees the story as representing the competition between a mother and daughter for the father's affection, with the stepmother representing the daughter's anger towards her biological mother. However, the story is also about inheritance customs and the right of a child versus wife to inherit a father's wealth.
Disney softened some of the darker elements from the original story. He portrayed the heroes as independent and seeking self-gain rather than community help. Disney maintained absolute power over those who worked for him, and his films promoted American values of individualism and capitalism. However,
The document provides context about J.B. Priestley's life and political views around the time he wrote An Inspector Calls. It explains that Priestley was concerned with social inequality in Britain and wanted social change. It then gives summaries of each character in the play, including Mr. and Mrs. Birling, Sheila, Eric, Gerald Croft, Inspector Goole, and Eva Smith. Context is also provided about when the play is set and how this differs from when it was written.
Beyoncé uses her music videos to convey powerful messages about black history, culture, and empowerment. Through videos like Formation, Lemonade, and Brown Skin Girl, she celebrates black beauty and highlights issues like police brutality and oppression faced by black communities. Her videos pay homage to African roots and showcase styles like braided cornrows to inspire pride in black identity and resilience against racism. Beyoncé's art strives to motivate and empower black men and women.
Mr. Birling, the patriarch of the family, is dismissive of the inspector and believes himself to be untouchable. As the inspector reveals more, Mr. Birling's language becomes more fragmented and panicked as his authority breaks down. Mrs. Birling epitomizes the social snobbery and hypocrisy of the upper classes, showing no remorse for her treatment of Eva Smith. Sheila initially acts selfishly but grows increasingly sympathetic towards Eva, recognizing her own role in Eva's tragedy and understanding the message of collective responsibility. Eric admits to an altercation with Eva that drove her to suicide, reflecting his immaturity and lack of regard for others.
The document provides background information on J.B. Priestley, who wrote the play "An Inspector Calls", and the historical and social context of the time period in which the play is set (1912) and when it was written (1946). It discusses the differences between capitalist and socialist ideologies represented in the characters and themes. It then gives a brief plot summary of the play in 3 acts and discusses its structure as a "well-made play". Key facts are provided on the main characters of Mr. Birling, Sheila Birling, and Mrs. Birling.
The document provides a revision sheet on the plot and characters of An Inspector Calls. It summarizes the plot in 12 points and describes the 7 main characters. It also analyzes key themes of the play such as responsibility, class, attitudes, and age. The themes section compares the attitudes and reactions of the older and younger generations to the inspector's message about their responsibility for Eva Smith's death.
The document discusses how the Hollywood studio system utilized mass production techniques like vertical integration, centralized workplaces, pre-planning of projects, and specialized division of labor to efficiently produce movies. It also examines how the studio system focused on making profitable entertainments through celebrity-driven films and carefully avoiding any controversy in order to appeal to wide audiences. Comedy films of the time period often used slapstick techniques to transform acts of violence and pain into humor.
Chaplin began his movie career in the United States, where he created the character of the Tramp which brought him instant success. Newspapers called the widespread obsession with Charlie Chaplin "Chaplinmania". In his films, Charlie was often paired with Edna Purviance or Georgia Hale. While still successful, some in the white middle class disapproved of Chaplin due to his left-leaning political views later in his career.
Mary Pickford was one of the earliest film stars and helped establish the new film industry in America. She began her career in the early 1900s acting in films for D.W. Griffith's Biograph Company. Pickford became extremely popular due to her portrayal of virtuous, youthful characters and was viewed as a role model for American womanhood. She helped expand acceptable behaviors for women on screen beyond Victorian standards. Off screen, Pickford was a savvy businesswoman and co-founded United Artists studio with Charlie Chaplin, Douglas Fairbanks, and D.W. Griffith. She remained one of the most famous and highest paid stars into the 1920s.
Facebook can be a useful tool for organizations but also presents some risks. It allows rapid worldwide communication and sharing while being free and easy to use. However, it can also pose security issues and be distracting or unprofessional. When using Facebook, organizations should identify their goals in increasing awareness, messaging, or branding. They can utilize profiles, pages, or groups effectively and boost impact through engaging content, competitions, and analyzing user interactions. Overall, Facebook provides benefits but also limitations that require consideration.
This document discusses the development of a mobile learning application for veterinary students using specimens from a veterinary museum. It details how museum specimens were transformed into video podcasts ("potcasts") to depict anatomical structures. The process for creating potcasts involved video recording a lecturer pointing out structures, overlaying the structures in Photoshop, editing the audio, and publishing the videos online for students to access on mobile devices. Student feedback indicated that having access to the content on their own time and being able to review it multiple times was helpful for learning. The document proposes future enhancements like cloud hosting, compatibility with multiple devices, social features, and integrating the potcasts with an online anatomy museum.
This document analyzes representations of race in Disney's 2009 film The Princess and the Frog. It explores how Disney attempted to address criticisms of lacking African American representation with their first Black princess, Tiana, but ultimately had her spend over half the movie as a frog. It examines how Disney softened Tiana's original character design and changed her occupation from chambermaid to avoid negative stereotypes. Several studies discussed found Disney downplayed the realities of 1920s New Orleans segregation laws and focused more on Tiana's culinary skills to make her more palatable to mainstream audiences. While Disney profited greatly from selling Princess Tiana merchandise, critics argue the movie did little to empower young Black girls and showed being green was easier than being brown
The play explores themes of social responsibility and the interconnectedness of society through the interrogation of a wealthy British family by a police inspector about the suicide of a young pregnant woman named Eva Smith. Each family member is revealed to have played a small role in Eva's downward spiral through selfish actions like firing her from a job or refusing charity, showing how the attitudes and choices of all members of society can impact others. The inspector's compelling arguments seek to persuade the family that true change is needed to build a more just post-war society where people support each other.
Grace Jones is an iconic singer and model known for her androgynous style and daring persona. In her autobiography titled "I'll Never Write My Memoirs", she recounts her journey from a conservative upbringing in Jamaica to becoming a global symbol of cosmopolitan cool. She found success as a model in the 1970s before breaking through as a singer, collaborating with Chris Blackwell and Sly & Robbie to produce influential albums. Jones cultivated a fearless image through outrageous costumes and stunts, but reveals her softer side within. The book provides insight into her pioneering career while maintaining her enigmatic mystique.
The document provides background information on Virginia Woolf and her novel Mrs. Dalloway. Some key details include:
- Virginia Woolf was an influential modernist writer and feminist who was part of the Bloomsbury group. She suffered from mental illness.
- Mrs. Dalloway takes place over the course of a single day and interweaves the stories of Clarissa Dalloway and Septimus Smith. Clarissa prepares for a party while reflecting on her past, while Septimus is a shell-shocked war veteran struggling with his mental health.
- Major themes in the novel include the passage of time, isolation, the lasting impacts of war, and the repression of emotions by society.
Cameron's Great Britain discusses David Cameron's concept of the "Big Society" and provides an interactive experience analyzing J.B. Priestley's play "An Inspector Calls". [The document examines the key themes and historical context of the play through various activities analyzing characters, plot events, and Priestley's political and social views in early 20th century Britain.]
An Inspector Calls - Character and ThemeRoss Docherty
The document provides an overview of key characters and themes in An Inspector Calls. It summarizes:
1) Arthur Birling represents the wealthy middle-class who are unaware of the effects of their actions on workers.
2) Sheila realizes her responsibility for Eva Smith's fate most quickly and questions social responsibility.
3) The Inspector advocates for the rich to care for the poor and represents the play's message about social responsibility.
The document provides background information on J.B. Priestley, the author of An Inspector Calls, and context about the play. It discusses Priestley's life and experiences, including fighting in WWI. It outlines some of the key themes in the play like class conflict, social responsibility, and the roles of women. It also provides historical context for when the play is set in 1912, covering events like the Titanic and women's suffrage movement.
The document provides a revision guide for J.B. Priestley's play "An Inspector Calls". It includes summaries of the play's chronology, themes of responsibility, love, time, women's roles and class. It analyzes the significance of the play being set in 1912 but written in 1946. It examines the enigmatic Inspector and provides character analyses of Mr. Birling and Sheila. The revision guide comprehensively covers many key elements and interpretations of the play in under 7 pages.
This chapter introduces several important settings and characters in The Great Gatsby. It describes the valley of ashes, a symbol of moral and spiritual decay, and Tom Buchanan's lavish apartment in New York City. Tom's extramarital lover, Myrtle Wilson, lives in the valley with her husband George. At Tom's party, Nick is intrigued by the mysterious Jay Gatsby, who is the subject of wild rumors but has yet to appear. The chapter establishes Tom as arrogant and abusive towards Myrtle.
J.B. Priestley was a British writer born in 1894 who wrote the play An Inspector Calls. He grew up in Yorkshire and worked as a clerk before fighting in WWI, experiences that shaped his socialist views. Priestley believed people must care for one another regardless of class. The play is set in 1912 Birmingham during a time of social stratification and no welfare state. It critiques the capitalist class for treating the working class as disposable. The characters each contribute to the suicide of a young woman, Eva Smith, showing how individuals' actions impact society.
Gallows Humor, Sick Humor, and Toilet HumorBernie DeKoven
This document discusses different examples of gallows humor, sick humor, and toilet humor in various works of literature and film. It provides examples from novels by John Irving, Terry Southern, and Lemony Snicket as well as films by Woody Allen, Alfred Hitchcock, Stanley Kubrick, and Quentin Tarantino. It also discusses how gallows humor can be grounded in real tragic events like the case of Alfred E. Packer who was sentenced to death for cannibalism. The document examines humor related to death, violence, sexuality, and bodily functions.
This document analyzes and compares the psychological interpretations and symbols in the Brothers Grimm story of Snow White versus Walt Disney's 1937 animated film adaptation.
Bettelheim sees the story as representing the competition between a mother and daughter for the father's affection, with the stepmother representing the daughter's anger towards her biological mother. However, the story is also about inheritance customs and the right of a child versus wife to inherit a father's wealth.
Disney softened some of the darker elements from the original story. He portrayed the heroes as independent and seeking self-gain rather than community help. Disney maintained absolute power over those who worked for him, and his films promoted American values of individualism and capitalism. However,
The document provides context about J.B. Priestley's life and political views around the time he wrote An Inspector Calls. It explains that Priestley was concerned with social inequality in Britain and wanted social change. It then gives summaries of each character in the play, including Mr. and Mrs. Birling, Sheila, Eric, Gerald Croft, Inspector Goole, and Eva Smith. Context is also provided about when the play is set and how this differs from when it was written.
Beyoncé uses her music videos to convey powerful messages about black history, culture, and empowerment. Through videos like Formation, Lemonade, and Brown Skin Girl, she celebrates black beauty and highlights issues like police brutality and oppression faced by black communities. Her videos pay homage to African roots and showcase styles like braided cornrows to inspire pride in black identity and resilience against racism. Beyoncé's art strives to motivate and empower black men and women.
Mr. Birling, the patriarch of the family, is dismissive of the inspector and believes himself to be untouchable. As the inspector reveals more, Mr. Birling's language becomes more fragmented and panicked as his authority breaks down. Mrs. Birling epitomizes the social snobbery and hypocrisy of the upper classes, showing no remorse for her treatment of Eva Smith. Sheila initially acts selfishly but grows increasingly sympathetic towards Eva, recognizing her own role in Eva's tragedy and understanding the message of collective responsibility. Eric admits to an altercation with Eva that drove her to suicide, reflecting his immaturity and lack of regard for others.
The document provides background information on J.B. Priestley, who wrote the play "An Inspector Calls", and the historical and social context of the time period in which the play is set (1912) and when it was written (1946). It discusses the differences between capitalist and socialist ideologies represented in the characters and themes. It then gives a brief plot summary of the play in 3 acts and discusses its structure as a "well-made play". Key facts are provided on the main characters of Mr. Birling, Sheila Birling, and Mrs. Birling.
The document provides a revision sheet on the plot and characters of An Inspector Calls. It summarizes the plot in 12 points and describes the 7 main characters. It also analyzes key themes of the play such as responsibility, class, attitudes, and age. The themes section compares the attitudes and reactions of the older and younger generations to the inspector's message about their responsibility for Eva Smith's death.
The document discusses how the Hollywood studio system utilized mass production techniques like vertical integration, centralized workplaces, pre-planning of projects, and specialized division of labor to efficiently produce movies. It also examines how the studio system focused on making profitable entertainments through celebrity-driven films and carefully avoiding any controversy in order to appeal to wide audiences. Comedy films of the time period often used slapstick techniques to transform acts of violence and pain into humor.
Chaplin began his movie career in the United States, where he created the character of the Tramp which brought him instant success. Newspapers called the widespread obsession with Charlie Chaplin "Chaplinmania". In his films, Charlie was often paired with Edna Purviance or Georgia Hale. While still successful, some in the white middle class disapproved of Chaplin due to his left-leaning political views later in his career.
Mary Pickford was one of the earliest film stars and helped establish the new film industry in America. She began her career in the early 1900s acting in films for D.W. Griffith's Biograph Company. Pickford became extremely popular due to her portrayal of virtuous, youthful characters and was viewed as a role model for American womanhood. She helped expand acceptable behaviors for women on screen beyond Victorian standards. Off screen, Pickford was a savvy businesswoman and co-founded United Artists studio with Charlie Chaplin, Douglas Fairbanks, and D.W. Griffith. She remained one of the most famous and highest paid stars into the 1920s.
Facebook can be a useful tool for organizations but also presents some risks. It allows rapid worldwide communication and sharing while being free and easy to use. However, it can also pose security issues and be distracting or unprofessional. When using Facebook, organizations should identify their goals in increasing awareness, messaging, or branding. They can utilize profiles, pages, or groups effectively and boost impact through engaging content, competitions, and analyzing user interactions. Overall, Facebook provides benefits but also limitations that require consideration.
This document discusses the development of a mobile learning application for veterinary students using specimens from a veterinary museum. It details how museum specimens were transformed into video podcasts ("potcasts") to depict anatomical structures. The process for creating potcasts involved video recording a lecturer pointing out structures, overlaying the structures in Photoshop, editing the audio, and publishing the videos online for students to access on mobile devices. Student feedback indicated that having access to the content on their own time and being able to review it multiple times was helpful for learning. The document proposes future enhancements like cloud hosting, compatibility with multiple devices, social features, and integrating the potcasts with an online anatomy museum.
Rudolph Valentino was a famous actor in the 1920s known for his dancing skill and ability to attract fans of both sexes. He starred in films like The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse and The Sheik. Valentino faced criticism from those who saw him as threatening American masculinity and promoting female sexuality. He responded that American men failed to satisfy women. Valentino died young at age 31, attracting huge crowds of mourning female fans to his funeral.
Rudolph Valentino was a famous actor in the 1920s known for his dancing skill and ability to attract fans of both sexes. He starred in several popular films such as The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse and Blood and Sand. Valentino responded to his critics by arguing that American men were unable to please women. He died young at the age of 31, challenging notions of masculinity and attracting both admiration and criticism during his short but influential career.
Chaplin began his movie career in the United States, where he created the character of the Tramp which brought him instant success. Newspapers called the widespread obsession with Charlie Chaplin "Chaplinitis". In his films, Charlie was often paired with Edna Purviance or Mabel Normand. While still successful, some in the white middle class disapproved of Chaplin's on-screen antics.
German Expressionist cinema of the 1920s differed from the Hollywood studio system in several key ways: it did not adopt the vertical integration model and directors maintained greater creative control, it was more closely connected to the artistic Expressionist movement in Europe, and actors were more concerned with artistic reputation than celebrity publicity. Expressionist films often featured Expressionist themes of madness, paranoia, and subjective perspectives through their use of stylized architecture, geometric forms, and stark contrasts of light and shadow.
Mary Pickford was one of the earliest film stars and helped establish the new film industry in America. She began her career in the early 1900s acting in films for D.W. Griffith's Biograph Company. By the 1910s, she was one of the most popular actresses in the world and was known as "America's Sweetheart." She expanded acceptable behaviors for women on screen, portraying youthful and energetic roles. Off screen, Pickford was a savvy businesswoman and helped form United Artists studio with Charlie Chaplin, Douglas Fairbanks, and D.W. Griffith. She remained an iconic film star through the 1920s.
The document discusses how Hollywood studios utilized mass production techniques like vertical integration, detailed planning, and division of labor to efficiently produce popular comedies in the 1920s-1930s. It also examines how slapstick comedy films of the era signaled to audiences that any depictions of pain were just pretend in order to get laughs. Celebrity stars and classic narrative structures were also important parts of the commercial and comedic formulas developed by Hollywood in this time period.
German Expressionist cinema in the 1920s differed from the Hollywood studio system in several key ways: it did not adopt the vertical integration model and directors maintained greater creative control, it was more closely connected to the artistic Expressionist movement in Europe, and actors were more concerned with artistic reputation than celebrity publicity. This resulted in a cinema with greater creative freedom and experimental films that explored Expressionist themes of madness, paranoia, and urban dystopia through their use of stylized architecture, geometric forms, and stark contrasts of light and shadow.
1) During the 1920s, consumerism and the consumption ethic rose dramatically in the US as household expenditures tripled and spending on consumer goods and leisure increased eightfold.
2) At the same time, civic engagement and moral reform declined as voter turnout decreased by almost half and participation in churches and voluntary organizations also fell.
3) Movies played a key role in promoting consumerism and modeling new social and gender roles as Hollywood set trends that Americans sought to emulate through purchasing consumer goods. Movies encouraged spending on fashion, cars, and leisure and influenced changing gender norms.
1) During the 1920s, consumerism and the consumption ethic grew dramatically in the US as household expenditures tripled and spending on consumer goods and leisure increased eightfold.
2) At the same time, civic engagement and progressive values declined as voter turnout decreased by almost half and participation in churches and organizations also fell.
3) Movies played a key role in promoting consumerism and modeling new social and gender roles and behaviors as audiences, especially women, looked to Hollywood for guidance on fashion, products, and leisure activities. Movies encouraged the prioritization of consumption and leisure over production and civic duty.
Rudolph Valentino was a famous actor in the 1920s known for his dancing skill and ability to attract fans of both sexes. He starred in several popular films such as The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse and Blood and Sand. Valentino responded to his critics by arguing that American men were unable to please women. He died young at the age of 31, challenging notions of masculinity and attracting both admiration and criticism during his short career.
2. america’s sweetheart
1.True or False. Mary Pickford went into movie
acting against the support and advice of her family.
2.True or False. Mary Pickford’s films addressed
social causes of the day.
3.What was Mary Pickford’s involvement in WWI?
4.What was the public’s reaction to Mary when she
cut her hair?
5.What was “Pickfair”?
4. broken blossoms
What emotional responses do you have either for or against the
film?
In what ways was the story paradoxical or ironic?
Describe the various relationships between
men with men
men with women
women with women
Is this film worth seeing now? What truths still translate?
What does this movie have to say about evil in the world? What
are the ways people are good and bad?
What are Lucy’s options?
How is “the other” treated?
8. SPORT
more than mere play
competition served as a
great leveler
gave purpose to old
virtues that had appeared
obsolete
now yielded physical
rewards
9. “Fairbanks is a faun who has
been to Sunday School. He
has a pagan body which yields
instantly to any gypsy or
heathen impulse...but he has a
mind reliably furnished with
a full set of morals and
proprieties; he would be a
sympathetic companion for
anybody’s aunt.”
Booth Tarkington,
contemporary dramatist
11. working girls/serial queens
Serial queen appeared on
and off the screen as
healthy, robust, and self-
reliant, unlike the “sickly
women” of the past. They
roamed far and wide
unchaperoned...breaking
into new activities
16. Always end in
marriage
Saved by suitor
after she gets
herself into
trouble
17. pearl white
(writer/
producer “perils
of pauline”
“Nearly all scenario-writers or authors
for film are men; and men usually
won’t provide for a girl things to do
that they wouldn’t do themselves. So
if I want really thrilly action, I ask
permission to write it in myself.”
18. “All over the world
Pearl White’s name
has become a
synonym for courage
and daring…to her,
leaps over cliffs, and
dives off decks of
ocean liners, are as
prosaic and
uneventful as her
morning grapefruit.”
American Magazine
19. “At home the moving picture star, who will dare
anything to make her last picture the greatest, reads
and plays and cooks and eats and primps like any
other girl.”
Motion Picture Classic
20. “We don’t want to be
marble; besides there
would not be enough
pedestals to go around,
anyway…Why not give
our men the same
comradeship that many
of them never find
outside of their clubs?”
Response to the New York
State Federation of
Women’s Clubs objection
to women as “pals”
28. “I always tried to get
laughter into my pictures.
Make them laugh and make
them cry and back to
laughter. What do people
go to the theater for? An
emotional exercise, and no
preachments. I don’t
believe in taking advantage
of someone who comes to
the theatre by teaching
them a lesson. It’s not my
prerogative to teach
anything.”
Mary Pickford
29. virtue and vitality
on screen
championed the
reforms of the
Progressive
movement
30. virtue and vitality
off screen
used celebrity
status as an activist with Pres. Herbert Hoover
extensive
commitment to
sell liberty bonds
Motion Picture
Relief Fund
32. virtue and vitality
on screen
expanded the perimeters of
respectable female behavior far
beyond 19th century standards.
33. virtue and vitality
on screen
expanded the perimeters of
respectable female behavior far
beyond 19th century standards.
the kidnap
34. virtue and vitality
on screen
expanded the perimeters of
respectable female behavior far
beyond 19th century standards.
the kidnap
cast as foreigner
35. virtue and vitality
on screen
expanded the perimeters of
respectable female behavior far
beyond 19th century standards.
the kidnap
cast as foreigner
primitive
36. virtue and vitality
on screen
expanded the perimeters of respectable
female behavior far beyond 19th century
standards.
the kidnap
cast as foreigner
primitive
youth
playful
37. virtue and vitality
on screen
expanded the perimeters of respectable
female behavior far beyond 19th century
standards.
the kidnap
cast as foreigner
primitive
youth
playful
subordinate
38. virtue and vitality
off screen
astute businesswoman
1909 started at Biograph at
$10/day
1914 started at Famous Players
@ $500/wk
by 1916 was earning $10,000/
wk plus %50 of film profits.
also choose stories, director and
cast
by 1918, she partnered with
Griffith, Fairbanks, and
Chaplin to form United Artists
39.
40. virtue and vitality
off screen
youth
“We are our own sculptors.
Who can deny that passion
and unkind thoughts show
on the lines and expressions
of our faces...young people
seldom have these vices until
they start getting old, so I
love to be with them. The
impulses of youth are
natural and good.”
“No woman can be a success
on the screen if she dissipates
even one little bit.”
41.
42.
43. marriage kept
exploration of
sexuality and
freedom as a
woman properly
held in check
and created
additional
avenues for
consumption
44. sparrows
Compare/contrast Mr. Grimes and Battling
Burrows.
Why does Grimes have a limp?
How do Lucy and Molly deal with their
problems?
Mary consistently defies the men in her life -
why is this defiance tolerated?
Name the ways in which Mary uses her head.
How is Mary’s sexuality contained in this
film? Or, how did her character still uphold
Victorian values?
What is the significance of the film’s ending?
45. working girl
“Our serial queen meets
more celebrities every week
than her small-town sisters.
Her gowns are perfect
visions of delight. THe story
of her adventures in New
York is a narrative al all the
joys of refined, metropolitan
existence.”
pg 108 - Lary May
46. Women are my greatest fans because
they se in my vampire the
impersonal vengeance of all their
unavenged wrongs..they have
lacked either the courage or will
power to redress their grievances.
Even downtrodden wives write me
to this effect. And they give me the
greatest compliment: “I know I
should sympathize with the wife,but
I do not.” I am in effect a feminste.”
Theda Bara
47. amnesia
in searching for some way to
graft thi aulity onto
otherwise “good women,”
filmmakers in this early
transition period from
1912-1914 used the device of
amnesia. The heroine loses
her memory and particiates
in forbidden activities free
from responsibility.
48. a fool there was - 1914
sex could destroy the social order (Lary May -
pag 106)
49. theda bara
popular 1914-1916
Unlike the blond young virgins who came before, Bara was
voluptuous and dark. Press releases protrayed this mysterious
beauty as the daughter of a French nobleman and an Algerian
princess; but in reality she was Theodosia Goodman of
Cincinnati, OH. Her exotic facade allowed the audience to
identify snsual evil with foreigners. Yet iw aws also clear that
she represented the quest for excitement -- and the danger of
taking it too far -- facing bored and anxious urbanites.
50. her freedom brings her in contact with a wider range of available
males. She also attracts them with sexual allure r - raises the chance
for an ensuing union based on something other than gentility.
false - her mother was her manager.\ntrue\nshe sold bonds\nthey didn’t like it\nhome for her and Douglas Fairbanks\n\n\n
Griffith’s Birth of a Nation - raped by a black man; Broken Blossoms - Cheng Huan Buddhist missionary - saves Lillian from her drunken father who regularly beats her. She is the suffering, virtuous heroine in need of saving - often at the hands of dangerous men.\n
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Like Henry Walthal - he was oppressed by the thought of work.\nHe is the “son” of Victorian parents - he ought to have the same work ethic, but work does not hold the same sense of satisfaction. (How is this resolved in THE AVENGING CONSCIENCE? a benevolent parent and turns out girl is more virtuous than originally thought)\nInstead - consumption is where he finds his greatest fulfillment. He’s not supposed to. Repeatedly, his character resolves this by.\n
Like Henry Walthal - he was oppressed by the thought of work.\nHe is the “son” of Victorian parents - he ought to have the same work ethic, but work does not hold the same sense of satisfaction. (How is this resolved in THE AVENGING CONSCIENCE? a benevolent parent and turns out girl is more virtuous than originally thought)\nInstead - consumption is where he finds his greatest fulfillment. He’s not supposed to. Repeatedly, his character resolves this by.\n
- now had the added benefit of physical reward.\n
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Fairbanks brought a youthful message.\nWhat would the female counterpart to this be?\n
shopgirls, secretaries, teachers\n
The history of serials starts in 1912 when McClure's Ladies World magazine devised a new strategy for building circulation: Each issue of the publication would feature a story about a continuing main character and a motion picture would show her exploits. \n
Almost immediately – film picked up on serials.\nAdrift from conventional family\nPerils of Pauline – Pauline’s guardian dies in the first episode\nThe Adventures of Kathlyn – her father is kidnapped\nNotably – it’s from patriarchal protection that all three heroines are tragically and prematurely separated from\n
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Instead of dreaming of doing something on their own – dreamed of being connected to someone powerful. Provided rich fantasy terrain for viewers. Could re-define themselves – always within the context of a new and different family or marriage partner\n
Despite their initial break from home life, heroine’s lives are inevitably circumscribed by familial ties in the end. While they may postpone marriage – it is always the final goal.\n
In reality, some of these women were quite powerful. Pearl White directed episodes and wrote matertial for herself.\n
Pearl White (Perils of Pauline and Exploits of Eloise)\n
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Women no longer want to be placed on pedestals\n
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Both Douglas Fairbanks and Mary Pickford had a background in legitimate stage – which added legitimacy to their celebrity status. \nMary - is a good girl - surprisingly conservative\n
Born in 1893 in Toronto, Canada to an alcoholic father, who managed a small grocery market. Mother/grandmother - Irish catholic, very strict. But, mother put her on stage at the age of 7. Had ambitions to join David Belasco - famous Broadway director. But, even by 1909, you could make more money in movies.\n
Victorian traditional female - poor peasant girl whose love redeems a young man from his wasted life - turns out she’s actually long lost child of a noble family. Griffith’s actors weren’t named in credits, but the audience noticed her and started referring to her as “the girl with the curls”.\n
1913 - returned to stage\neventually turned into a film. Here that Adolph Zukor who had been pilfering Broadway stars to bring him into his company, picked Mary Pickford\n
Tess is a rebellious, independent, energetic Cumberland mountain girl who we first see dancing a jig. Tess raises the illegitimate daughter of a friend who is in dire straights. Is not supported by church or community - don’t know her good deed. She is plucky and forthright. When the church elder refuses to baptize Tess’ baby, she sprinkles the infant herself. Leads the farmers - ala Norma Rae. Finally vindicated.\n
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Unlike the moralizing of Griffith, Pickford specifically tried to avoid pounding home a moral. Her goal was to entertain. Plucky, buoyant, mobile, could cross boundaries of ethnicity and gender\n
Half the stars appeal lay in her ability to confront the major social problems of the day and resolve them on the personal level. Often overcoming prejudices against women, social class, and issues involving the disadvantaged worker, especially children. The Eternal Grind - abuse of workers (women and children). Tess and the Storm Country - helped organize farmers/tradesmen against an oppressive sheriff (and church elder) \n
WWI traveled extensively to sell liberty bonds. Army named two canons after her and made her an honorary “colonel”. At the end of World War I, Pickford conceived of the Motion Picture Relief Fund, an organization to help financially needy actors.\n
always chaperoned by her mother\n
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In Little Peppina and Less Than the Dust - American girl snatched from Victorian home by foreigners. THis gives her an excuse for taking on a different perwonality without guilt. Growing up with gypsies, Italians, Hindus, or Indians, she learns to wear their exotic clothes, assume a swarthy complexion, and participate in public festivals with both men and women.\n
Mary as an Irish, Japanese or Dutch girl who mingles in saloons, dances in New York or embodies exotic qualities of an Asian or European female, complete with bright clothes and a sensual personality.\n
Hearts Adrift - lone survivor on a deserted island when family’s ocean liner crashes. She learns to fish and build a hut. A gentleman also gets shipwrecked. She nurses him back to life. They “get married”. Then his fiance finds him. Come to rescue him. She can’t bring herself to leave the island - throws herself into a volcanoe - price she must pay for confronting traditional model of sexuality and society.\n
People who had grown up with Victorian values were unwilling to use the quest for sexual mutuality as a means for questioning the economy or the class order. So, instead of integrating these forces into a mature identity, they isolate their rebellious impulses into realm of pre-adult responsibility.\n\nRepeatedly, Pickford was the joyous, spontaneous female who brought into her personality that which Victorians had repressed - the playfulness of childhood and adolescent blossoming. - radiant image of girlish beauty - played 16 and 17 year olds well into her late 20s. If she showed more of her body than past stars - it was okay because it was young and innocent.\n
ultimate goal was still marriage. \n
mother did alot of her negotiating.\n
with director maurice Tournier\n
easy to see why she and Douglas Fairbanks got along so well. Her beauty and exercise regimen was widely publicized.\n
Another vehicle for the blending of production and consumption ethic. She was such a hard and virtuous worker - but an equal advocate for defining oneself through purchases\n
So associated with youth - when her mother died, she cut off her hair. Total public outcry. They didn’t want to see her age. But, couldn’t buy her as young woman anymore. Popularity died out.\n
marriage to Douglas Fairbanks - safe exploration of sexuality\nPickfair\n
She is religious, young and abused\nneed money - and lots of it - male still needed to protect and provide - more on her own terms\n