Category Archives: 1950s

whatitmeanstobeanamerican

What It Means To Be an American (1952)

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Much discussion about how Americans can feel free to speak openly without fear. stresses value of cooperation and independence.
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productivity

Productivity : Key To Plenty (1949)

Traces the development of machine power in the United States from 1850. Explains that the country’s mastery of machine power has enabled it to achieve great production, a large income and a high living standard. Educational film about economics, making the point that a healthy economy depends on vigorous use of new technology. Interesting as a period [...]

rumplestiltskin

Rumplestiltskin (1949)

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Marionette puppet version of the tale about a little man who grants a miller’s daughter the gift of spinning straw into gold. She learns that such a gift comes at a high price. Thanks to Blake Motz for donating this film to the A/V Geeks Archive.
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communism

Communism (1952)

Coronet Films
Paranoid film about the history of Communism made during the peak of the Cold War. Part of the “Are Your Ready For Service” film series – shown to young men to prepare them for being drafted in the military service.

Person To Person Communication (1956)

Emphasizes listening with understanding. Shows that false assumptions, preconceived viewpoints and exaggerated personal feelings can lead to misunderstandings in normal conversation.

Personality Conflicts (1959)

not in FSL the new guy’s personality conflicts with the boss.

Peru – People Of The Andes (1958)

Revised edition of ‘PERU – PEOPLE OF THE MOUNTAINS.’ Shows life of the Indians–their homes, work and place in the economy of the country. Highlights modern developments in mining, transportation and city life.

Pipeline To The Clouds (1951)

Presents the story of water-supply in the American community. Explains both the sources of water, including the hydrological cycle and the techniques of water treatment. Discusses the causes of water-supply crises and illustrates experiments for meeting shortages. Concludes with suggestions as to what the average citizen can do to assure an abundant supply of safe [...]

Pipes In The House (1955)

Animation and simple experiments show the sources of water, gas and electricity, and how these utilities get to our homes. Contrasts a family camping and providing its own water, heat and light to getting these utilities the modern way.