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Silent film directors were flamboyant pioneers, making up their technique as they went along. Filming 'indoor' sets on open outdoor lots and combating the elements, communicating with actors in spite of overwhelming distraction and deafening noise, directors (male and female) fashion great films out of chaos and confusion.

Writing:
  • Kevin Brownlow
  • David Gill

Stars:
Release Date: 1980-01-08
Seasons: 1
TMDb: 8.3/10
  • Country: GB
  • Language: English
  • Runtime: 50

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