Film Types
What type of films had no spoken dialogue?
Silent Films
Which famous cartoon character became popular in early animation?
Mickey Mouse/Steamboat Willie
Who was a famous silent film comedian?
Charlie Chaplin
What were early sound films called?
Talkies
Why did people enjoy films in the 1920s?
Escape and entertainment
Who was known as "America's Sweetheart"?
Mary Pickford
What did silent films rely on to tell stories?
Body language and facial expressions
What type of stories were most common in animation films?
Fantasy and adventure
What social class did Chaplin often represent?
Working Class
Why was acting exaggerated in silent films?
No sound, so emotions had to be shown physically
What roles did Mary Pickford usually play?
Innocent, caring, nurturing characters
How did talkies change films?
Made them more realistic and changed acting styles