Early Cinema History Flashcards
1
Q
What happened on the key date of 1889?
A
George Eastman co-invents flexible film stock and forms Eastman Kodak Co.
2
Q
What happened on the key date of Dec 28, 1895
A
1st commercial screening of motion pictures in Grand Cafe, Paris. Produced by Louis and Auguste Lumiere
3
Q
What time did the era of cinema of attractions take place?
A
1895-1905
4
Q
what did CoA emphasize?
A
Visual spectacle, illusion of motion, and the act of looking
5
Q
What time did the era of narrative cinema begin?
A
Narrative Cinema began in 1905 and is still the era we are in today
6
Q
Why did the era change to Narrative Cinema?
A
There was a change in audience taste, it was less expensive, and most importantly there was increased control over production
