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Thomas Edison introduces it to the public. In return made talkies a reality. Was a device that created films with sound.
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German Shepherd that became film's first canine star. Was a dog that got rescued during WW1.
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First feature-length talkie. The film starred Al Jolson. Synchronized dialogue.
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Becky Sharp was the first film to use technicolor. Two-color film technology. A series of color motion picture processes.
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The Hollywood Ten refused to advertise any communist leanings which led to them being imprisoned for contempt of court. Many accusations of communism.
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New widescreen processes to produce bigger and more exciting films for television was invented. Was made to fit TV screens.
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For shooting widescreen films. Was created to be a competitor of TV. Marked the beginning of the modern anamorphic format.
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Film ratings were introduced with G, PG, R and X. PG-13 wasn't a thing yet. Film ratings were applied to any motion movie.
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First used in Rocky. Was a new option to filmmakers. Was a way to film a movie and the camera being stable and not moving around all over the place.
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The X rating is replaced by NC-17. Meaning that it wasn't suitable for anyone under the age of 17. Later changed back to just X.
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Most expensive film of all time. Cost around $250 and $300 million to produce and market the film. Also became the highest-grossing film of all time.
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Shrek 2 becomes the highest-grossing animated film of all time. Replaced Finding Nemo and The Lion King.
