History of the American Cinema: The Emergence of the Cinema: The American Screen to 1907

The Transformation of Cinema, 1907-1915 (History of the American Cinema) (Volume 2)

Eileen Bowser chronicles the history of the American film business from the days of storefront nickelodeons to the premiere of D. W. Griffith's The Birth of a Nation. The effect of the surroundingsâ€”the size of the hall; whether the film was shown alone or along with vaudeville entertainment; and the size, quality, and relevance of the musical backgroundâ€”are all examined for their impact on the filmgoing experience.

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