Demille Collection

Katherine DeMille, Canadian born American actress, 1934-1935. Born Katherine Lester, she was adopted by the Hollywood film director Cecil B DeMille

The Ten Commandments film advertisement, 1924
Advertisement for the film, The Ten Commandments, directed by Cecil B. De Mille, showing at the London Pavilion in 1924. Date: 1924

Vera Reynolds - American Film Actress
Vera Reynolds (1899-1962) - American Film Actress in the silent drama film Feet of Clay (1924), directed by Cecil B. DeMille. Date: 1924

HOLLYWOOD: PROP, 1923. A plaster sphinx being assembled for the making of the silent film The Ten Commandments, directed by Cecil B.DeMille, 1923, for Paramount Pictures

FAMOUS PLAYERS, c1916. Members of the Famous Players Film Company, founded by Adolph Zukor. Left to right: Jesse Lasky, Adolph Zukor, Samuel Goldwyn, Cecil B. DeMille and Al Kaufman

Saturday night. Motion picture poster for the film Saturday Night shows a flirtatious young woman and an older man seated at a restaurant or nightclub table

CRITERION THEATRE, 1920. The Criterion Theatre, 44th Street and Broadway, New York City, 1920

PICKFORD: FILM POSTER, 1917. Poster for the Cecil B. DeMille film, The Little American, 1917
PICKFORD: FILM POSTER, 1917. Poster for the Cecil B. DeMille film, " The Little American, " 1917, featuring " Americas Sweetheart, " Mary Pickford

MALE & FEMALE, 1919. Gloria Swanson in a still from the film, Male and Female, directed by Cecil DeMille

MOVIE THEATRE, 1927. Marquee with Cecil B. DeMille King of Kings, 1927

MALE AND FEMALE, 1919. A scene from the film directed by Cecil B. DeMille

WHY CHANGE YOUR WIFE? A secen from the 1920 film directed by Cecil B. DeMille

DE MILLE: HUSBAND, 1919. A scene from Don t Change Your Husband, directed by Cecil DeMille

MALE & FEMALE, 1919. Gloria Swanson (seated) in a scene from the film directed by Cecil DeMille

THE MERRY WIDOW, 1925. Roy D Arcy and John Gilbert in a scene from the film directed by Erich von Stroheim

THE TEN COMMANDMENTS, 1923. Scene in Egypt from the silent film The Ten Commandments directed by Cecil B. DeMille, 1923

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"Discovering the Legacy of DeMille: From Katherine DeMille to Hollywood's Golden Age" Step back in time to the captivating era of silent films, where Canadian-born American actress Katherine DeMille graced the silver screen from 1934 to 1935. As a talented performer, she left an indelible mark on the industry and captivated audiences with her mesmerizing performances. In 1924, Cecil B. DeMille's epic film "The Ten Commandments" took moviegoers by storm with its grandeur and spectacle. This iconic advertisement showcased the visionary director's ability to transport viewers into ancient times through his cinematic masterpieces. Vera Reynolds, another remarkable American film actress, shared the spotlight alongside Katherine DeMille during this golden age of cinema. Their talent and beauty illuminated screens across America as they brought characters to life with their incredible acting skills. Behind-the-scenes glimpses reveal Hollywood's dedication to creating unforgettable movie experiences. In 1923, a plaster sphinx was meticulously assembled for one of Cecil B. DeMille's silent productions—a testament to his commitment to authenticity and attention to detail. Famous Players Film Company, founded by Adolph Zukor in c1916, played a pivotal role in shaping early cinema history. It paved the way for future filmmakers like Cecil B. DeMille who would go on to become legends in their own right. Saturday nights were eagerly anticipated as audiences flocked to theaters like New York City's Criterion Theatre on Broadway in 1920. The magic of cinema came alive within these walls as people gathered together for an evening filled with laughter, tears, and unforgettable stories unfolding before their eyes. Cecil B. DeMille collaborated with renowned actresses such as Mary Pickford—America's Sweetheart—in his groundbreaking film "The Little American" (1917). This poster serves as a reminder of how these legendary figures shaped the early days of Hollywood, leaving an everlasting impact on the industry.