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Filming City of Play, 1928, (1935). Creator: Unknown
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Filming City of Play, 1928, (1935). Creator: Unknown
Filming " City of Play", 1928, (1935). Actor and crew during shooting of a drama film at the Gainsborough film studios in London, notice the microphone above the actors head. " City of Play" (1929) was directed by Denison Clift, produced by Michael Balcon, and starred Chili Bouchier, Patrick Aherne and Lawson Butt. It was made partly in sound. From " The Silver Jubilee Book - The Story of 25 Eventful Years in Pictures". [Odhams Press Ltd. London, 1935]
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Filming City of Play, 1928 (1935) - Capturing the Magic of Early Cinema
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. This print takes us back to the golden era of filmmaking in London's Gainsborough film studios. The year is 1928, and a drama film titled "City of Play" is being brought to life by an unknown creator. As we gaze at this historic image, our eyes are drawn to the actors and crew members immersed in their roles. The atmosphere on set is palpable as we notice a microphone suspended above one actor's head, symbolizing the transition from silent films to sound. This technological advancement revolutionized cinema forever, allowing audiences to hear dialogue and immerse themselves even deeper into the story unfolding before them. Directed by Denison Clift and produced by Michael Balcon, "City of Play" boasted a talented cast including Chili Bouchier, Patrick Aherne, and Lawson Butt. It was a significant production for its time as it embraced both silent scenes and sound recording techniques. As we delve into this snapshot from history through "The Silver Jubilee Book - The Story of 25 Eventful Years in Pictures" published by Odhams Press Ltd. in 1935, we can't help but marvel at how far technology has come since then. Yet there remains something magical about these early cinematic endeavors that continue to captivate us today. This photograph serves as a testament to the creativity and dedication of those involved in bringing stories to life on screen during the vibrant decades of the 1920s and 1930s. It reminds us that every frame captured represents countless hours of hard work behind-the-scenes while showcasing the timeless allure of cinema itself.
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