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The Movies March On

193922mAlan Brown
IMDb 5.7

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A "March of Time" presentation of the evolution of movies compiled primarily from film clips of silent movies through the early sound pictures to the present (1939) date. Industry executives such as Jack and Harry Warner, Walt Disney, Cecil B. DeMille, et al are seen taking bows in the live (non-archive) footage.

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What is The Movies March On (1939) about?

A "March of Time" presentation of the evolution of movies compiled primarily from film clips of silent movies through the early sound pictures to the present (1939) date. Industry executives such as Jack and Harry Warner, Walt Disney, Cecil B. DeMille, et al are seen taking bows in the live (non-archive) footage.

Who stars in The Movies March On?

The Movies March On stars Renée Adorée (Self (archive footage)), Gilbert M. Anderson (Self - from 'The Great Train Robbery' (archive footage)), Theda Bara (Self - From 'A Fool There Was' (archive footage)), Jackson Beck (Narrator), Lionel Barrymore (Self (segment The New York Hat) (archive footage)). The film was directed by Alan Brown.

How long is The Movies March On?

The Movies March On has a runtime of 22 min and premiered in 1939.

Is The Movies March On worth watching?

The Movies March On holds an IMDb rating of 5.7/10. Fans of Documentary are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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