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The Very First Multi-reel Film
Prior to this film's releasing, films were usually 5 minutes or so long. When The Story of the Kelly Gang was released, it completely changed how films were made and viewed. It was released by an Australian filmmaker company. -
Dialogue was Inserted into Feature Films
When films were first released, they did not have sound and you have to know about the situation beforehand. With the introduction of dialogue, you could watch a film with captions to help guide you along in what was happening. This was first practiced in the 1908 in "An Auto Heroine", and commonly implemented in 1912. -
First Film with Synchronized Dialogue
When The Warner Bros released "The Jazz Singer" in 1927, it featured dialogue that went along with the movie and scene. Beforehand, dialogue was done in between scenes to give context, not alongside with it. It was first practiced in 1924, but commonly occurred in 1927. -
The First Technicolor Film
Technicolor was a technique used by implementing the basic red, green, blue bases, but not used for films. When Disney released "Flowers and Trees' in 1932, it featured this technique for a full-feature film for the very first time. This technique soon erupted famously thereafter. -
"Citizen Kane" was considered to be the best story-telling film.
When World War II took place, many films were inspired by this and made money off of it and its aftermath. A film titled "Citizen Kane" was released, which revolutionized modern movies and story telling within films. It is also considered to be the greatest film of all time by critics and fans. -
Hollywood was Protested and Blacklisted Many Actors
When The House Un-American Activities Committee investigated Hollywood, they backlashed against it and Hollywood was forced to take action. They blacklisted many actors and directors from filming, and in doing so started an era for many other parts of the world. This was also the time of the Golden Age of Asian films. -
The Hays Code was Abolished
The Hays Code prohibited and limited explicit phrases and images in film and video. It was finally removed from the law and allowed filmmakers and directors to be more creative. This time was the molding process of what would become the era of the 1970's. -
"Star Wars" was Released, featuring New Sound and Graphic Effects
The 1970's were dubbed the New Hollywood era, after the production decline and the Hays Code abolishment. It included many revolutionary films and tactics, including the highly exalted "Star Wars" which showed multiple new graphic and sound effects that were explorative and creative. -
VCR's were used to Watch Videos on Home
VCR's were a device that allowed for the recording of films and the playback of them. They were so popular they became a "second venue" for watching films. Many directors and filmmakers tried desperately to ban them, but it proved very unsuccessful. -
Film Enters Into a Digital Age
With the introduction of computers and other technological advancements, film evolved along with it. DVD's were invented, allowing for easy and quick access to watch a movie at your own home. It also allowed for online viewing and purchases. -
"Avatar:, the Highest-Grossing Film of all Time, was released
The early 2000's were an era of new technology, most noticeably, IMAX and Blu-Ray. With the new technology marked a use of it by creating a highly entertaining and engaging film. James Cameron's "Avatar" showed what new technology could create and their box office stats certainly reflected this. -
Two Films Grossed more then $1 Billion in the same year of release
Films before "Toy Story 3" and "Alice in Wonderland" had grossed more than $1 billion from a film. This was the first year, however, for it to happen twice in one year. This was evidence that films were becoming more popular and more advanced as technology and techniques evolved.
