Films Collection (page 6)

Small screening room at the Empire Film Co (possibly at Broadway and 55th Street
5671597 Small screening room at the Empire Film Co (possibly at Broadway and 55th Street) with four men working, New York

Main office / reception room at the Mutual Film Co. with secretary at desk
5671596 Main office/reception room at the Mutual Film Co. with secretary at desk, people at a table reading, and portraits on wall, New York

Film laboratories at Carlton Motion Picture Co. with five men
5671573 Film laboratories at Carlton Motion Picture Co. with five men and one woman working with film, splicing etc. New York

A huge theater with an elaborate facade, complete with Moorish arches and balconies
5671568 A huge theater with an elaborate facade, complete with Moorish arches and balconies. A large sign on top of the building reads B.S. Moss Regent Theatre Vaudeville & Feature Films

Three men at the cinema with their gas masks, September 1939
Three men queuing for the cinema with their gas masks, next to a sign informing cinema-goers that an announcement will be made from the stage if an air raid occurs

Poster, Eclair Coloured Films, the world in colour before your eyes. circa 1912

Poster, Star Film, Great Drama, Showing Today
Poster, Star Film, Great Drama (Polar Bear, Nordisk), Showing Today. circa 1912

Poster, Pasquali Films, Turin, Attract The World. circa 1912

Poster, The American Flying and Beauty Films, The American Co (London) Limited, Wardour Street, London. circa 1912

Poster, Selig Films, now showing
Poster, Selig Films, Now Showing, Roman Centurion. An American motion picture company founded in 1896 by William Selig in Chicago. circa 1912

Panoramic Cineorama, 1896 (engraving)
862524 Panoramic Cineorama, 1896 (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cineorama was an early film experiment)

George Raft, American actor and dancer
George Raft (1901-1980), American actor and dancer, remembered for his gangster roles in films. 20th century

George Hoellering at the Academy Cinema
George Hoellering (1897-1980), Austrian film director, editor and producer, pictured outside the Academy Cinema at the junction of Poland Street and Oxford Street in London

Sari Maritza, actress in British films
Sari Maritza (1910-1987), actress in British films of the early 1930s. 1938

Martha Raye, American actress and singer
Martha Raye (1916-1994), American actress and singer. 1938

Mary Parker, American actress and dancer
Mary Parker (1918-1998), American actress and dancer. 1938

Joy Hodges, American singer and actress
Joy Hodges (1915-2003), American singer and actress. 1938

Irene Hervey, American actress
Irene Hervey (1909-1998), American actress. 1938

Gloria Dickson, American actress
Gloria Dickson (1917-1945), American actress. 1938

Faith Francis, actress. 1938

Edith Luce, actress. 1938

Home of Buster Keaton and Natalie Talmadge in Hollywood, 1930 (colour litho)
CHT277067 Home of Buster Keaton and Natalie Talmadge in Hollywood, 1930 (colour litho) by American School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Rene Clair and his wife Bronya Perlmutter, c. 1960 (b / w photo)
CHT276324 Rene Clair and his wife Bronya Perlmutter, c.1960 (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Thomas Alva Edison (1847-1931), American inventor, photo by Anderson
AQS336812 Thomas Alva Edison (1847-1931), American inventor, photo by Anderson, New York (albumen photo) by American Photographer, (19th century); 14.8x10.1 cm; American Antiquarian Society

Luise Rainer (colour litho)
3651955 Luise Rainer (colour litho) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Luise Rainer)

Robert Taylor (colour litho)
3651938 Robert Taylor (colour litho) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Robert Taylor)

Marlene Dietrich (colour litho)
3651936 Marlene Dietrich (colour litho) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Marlene Dietrich)

Barbara Stanwyck (colour litho)
3651925 Barbara Stanwyck (colour litho) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Barbara Stanwyck)

Tragic fire in a movie theater that cost the lives of 183 people, the agonizing escape of the crowd (Colour Litho)
2815422 Tragic fire in a movie theater that cost the lives of 183 people, the agonizing escape of the crowd (Colour Litho) by Beltrame

Museum of Underwater Wrecks Port en Bessin
In 1970 Jaques Lemonchois was asked to clear war wrecks not cleared by the government. The results here include tanks, parts of aeroplanes and torpedos, plus films, photos and documents

Sylvia Jenkins (b / w photo)
3640271 Sylvia Jenkins (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sylvia Jenkins)

Jane Wyman (b / w photo)
3640275 Jane Wyman (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Jane Wyman. Illustration for cigarette card)

Merle Oberon, Australian-born actress. Date: 1934

Sabu in The Thief of Bagdad. Sabu (1924-1963) child star of British films of the late 1930s, mostly in adventure films produced by Alexandra Korda. Born in India. Relocated to Hollywood in the 1940s

Sabu in The Drum. Sabu (1924-1963) child star of British films of the late 1930s, mostly in adventure films produced by Alexandra Korda. Born in India. Relocated to Hollywood in the 1940s. Date: 1938

Sabu. Sabu (1924-1963) child star of British films of the late 1930s, mostly in adventure films produced by Alexandra Korda. Born in India. Relocated to Hollywood in the 1940s. Date: 1938

Elisabeth Welch programme for The Gallery First Nighters Club tribute at the London Marriott Hotel. Elisabeth Welch (1904-2003) African American singer & actress who settled in London in 1933

Elisabeth Welch outside her home in Capeners Close, Knightsbridge, London. Elisabeth Welch (1904-2003) African American singer & actress who settled in London in 1933

Elisabeth Welch in concert at the Almeida Theatre, London during the filming of the documentary Keeping Love Alive described as a self portrait in words and songs

Elisabeth Welch signed photograph as A Goddess in Derek Jarmans film version of William Shakespeares The Tempest. Elisabeth Welch (1904-2003)

Elisabeth Welch at home in Cottage Walk, off Sloane Street, London. Elisabeth Welch (1904-2003) African American singer & actress who settled in London in 1933

Clark Gable and Jeanette MacDonald in San Francisco
Music cover, Clark Gable and Jeanette MacDonald in San Francisco, words by Gus Kahn, music by Kaper and Jurman. 1936

Valdemar Psilander, Danish silent film actor
Valdemar Psilander (1884-1917), Danish silent film actor. Date: circa 1910

Carthay Circle Cinema, Los Angeles, California, USA
Carthay Circle Theatre (Cinema), Los Angeles, California, USA, showing The Life of Emile Zola. Date: 1937

Elisabeth Welch music sheet Yesterdays Thrill from the film Soft Lights and Sweet Music. Elisabeth Welch (1904-2003) African American singer & actress who settled in London in 1933

A Sound Proposition by Vernon Ward (talkies)
The advent of talking pictures recorded by Vernon Ward in an illustration showing people gathering outside a cinema where a poster proclaims the movie showing is All Talking. Date: 1929

Cinema at Stornoway, Isle of Lewis, Scotland
Playhouse Cinema at Stornoway, Isle of Lewis, Scotland, March 1940. 1940

International Squadron film (Flight Patrol American)
Still from the war film, International Squadron (Flight Patrol American), starring Ronald Reagan, Olympe Bradna and James Stephenson. 1941

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From Elvis Presley strumming his guitar to Shirley Temple captivating audiences at Fox Films, the world has always been filled with iconic moments. Step back in time to Denham Studios restaurant by Tony Wysard in 1937, where stars and filmmakers gathered to discuss their latest projects. In October 1921, a young Jackie Coogan stole hearts with his endearing performance on screen. Ann Arbor, Michigan became a hub for film enthusiasts in North America as they immersed themselves in the magic of cinema. Transport yourself to 1950s France with Gene Kelly's enchanting musical 'An American In Paris', produced by MGM Metro. The anticipation was palpable as crowds eagerly awaited the screening of 'Rock Around The Clock'. Vivien Leigh graced the front cover of The Tatler, capturing the essence of Hollywood glamour. In 1938, 'Snow White & the Seven Dwarfs' made its way across the pond and enchanted audiences in the UK. British Railways showcased their modernity through a photograph featuring a diesel locomotive during an era defined by transportation advancements. Even dental visits could be cinematic experiences at Old Tucson Studios' dentist office in Arizona. And who can forget Universal Studios in Hollywood? A place where dreams come alive and movie magic is created every day. They have shaped our culture and left an indelible mark on society throughout history. They transport us to different worlds, evoke emotions within us, and connect people from all walks of life.