American Silent Film Comedies
An Illustrated Encyclopedia of Persons, Studios and Terminology
by Blair Miller
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Many movie genres developed during the silent era, but none was as lasting as comedies. Actors and actresses stood in front of crude, hand-cranked cameras and invented a style that made people laugh and forget their troubles.
This is an encyclopedic work to persons, institutions and terms associated with silent film comedy. For people, there is a capsule biography and a summary of their contribution. For studios and companies, there is a brief history and for terms, a full definition is given.
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"a fine reference book…exceptionally valuable…strongly recommended"—Choice; "this illustrated compilation…identifies people, studios, technical companies and terms"—Booklist.
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