Radio and Movie History Timeline

By catherine.1

  • Salvation Army Film Industry

    Salvation Army Film Industry
    In the early days of silent movies, the Salvation Army set up a film unit, producing 300 movies but because of 'incompatible' values.
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    Early days of technology

    The radios and movies proved to be very popular among Australians, providing a new form of entertainment that would ultimately impact the popular culture of Australia significantly.

  • The Story of Ned Kelly

    The Story of Ned Kelly
    Just 26 years after Ned Kelly was hanged, the first feature film came out and became very popular however was banned until the 1940s due to their effects on 'public morale'

  • Entertainment before 1930s

    Entertainment before 1930s
    People created their own entertainment in and around their homes and neighbourhoods. e.g. sing-alongs, go ice-skating, organise live dances with bands, etc...

  • The Jazz Singer

    The Jazz Singer
    Warner Bros released the first movie providing sections of sound which proved itself popular and ended up becoming an expectation.

  • Sally

    Sally
    This movie was a huge hit in Australi during the early times, as it was an all-colour feature film made by Warner Bros.

  • Radios

    Radios
    Created a new sense of community as people from all over the country would be listening to the same programs and being informed of daily events, especially during WWII. It helped develop the Australian accent and ended up becoming an important tool in peoples lives.

  • WWII Film Industry

    WWII Film Industry
    It acted as an important source of entertainment, lifted spirits, motivated and informed audiences.

  • WWII Radios

    Radio was the cheapest form of entertainment, and it was the most popular form of technology during World War II. The accessibility and availability meant it could reach a large number of citizens. Radio helped entertain and inform the population, encouraging citizens to join in the war effort.

  • American influence

    The American way of life was projected in Australian life from the influence of music and the importation of movies. It was a common way for people to explore common cultures and heritages. Soon, music started finding its way into radios, introducing new genres like rock n roll.