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Norway: Fjord Country

Date produced: 1959

Filmmaker(s):

Alfred Strode

Description:

"Sites around Norway." UC San Diego Library.


Just Golf

Date produced: 1959

Filmmaker(s):

Joan Thurber Baldwin

Description:

"This film is dedicated to all lousy golfers who give up the game daily..." Fully narrated film of a round of golf at the [Cape Neddick?] Country Club in Ogunquit, Maine. Foldfilm.org


Ereagatik Matxitxakora

Date produced: 1959

Filmmaker(s):

Gotzon Elorza

Description:

Cortometraje documental sobre la costa vizcaína que hace un recorrido desde la playa de Ereaga hasta el Cabo Matxitxako. En la película se pueden ver imágenes del Puerto de Bilbao y de las playas de Ereaga, Arrigunaga, Azkorri y Sopelana. También se aprecian las localidades vizcaínas de Barrika, Plencia, Gorliz, Armintza, Bakio y San Juan de Gaztelugatxe.

Documentary short about the Biscayne Bay that depicts a tour from the Ereaga beach to Cape Matxitxako. The film shows images of the Bilbao Port and the beaches in Ereaga, Arrigunaga, Azkorri and Sopelana. Local Biscayne places are also seen: Barrika, Plencia, Gorliz, Armintza, Bakio and San Juan de Gaztelugatxe.


Awheel and Afoot in the Canadian Rockies

Date produced: 1959

Filmmaker(s):

Stanley Midgley

Description:

"On bicycle and afoot, Stan Midgley, humorist and photographer, explored some of the more inaccessible points of the Canadian Rockies. The result of his adventures is 'Awheel and Afoot in the Canadian Rockies'." Battle Creek Enquirer, Oct. 16, 1959, 26.


Paris

Date produced: 1958

Filmmaker(s):

George F. Kiehl

Description:

"George Kiehl's visit to Paris took him to many of the places of interest in the visitor. His fast moving travelog takes us through the main streets and some of the old sophisticated areas. We begin with the landmark of the 1889 Exhibition, followed by fountains, facades, monuments of marble and bronze, parades, tired souls asleep on the street, art centers, castles, water excursions, and, not to forget, Moulin Rouge and other night spots with choice centers of attraction" PSA Journal, Nov. 1958, 48.


Introspection

Date produced: 1958

Filmmaker(s):

William Messner

Description:

"Bill Messner has turned to religion and nature for his soul-searching film. His leading man, Sam, has a fine home, family and job and is too busy for extra activities such as church assignments. His personal relations suffer from his self imposed confinement. Something persuades Sam to make a retreat to a religious camp. There are the usual at camp activities, plus the opportunity for devotion and contemplation; the relation of ones soul; the atmosphere to reflect purpose and accomplishment. Introspection is the keystone of the picture and well done it is" PSA Journal, Nov. 1958, 48.


Rangoon Prays and Plays

Date produced: 1958

Filmmaker(s):

Oscar H. Horovitz

Description:

"Oscar Horovitz has come through with another of his fine travelogs, this time from Burma. In Rangoon is the Shwe Dagon Pagoda, sometimes called The Golden Pagoda. It is one of the largest and most magnificent pagodas on earth and has a special sanctity to one-fifth of mankind. Another exquisite golden structure is the Sule Pagoda, the world peace pagoda. Rangoon displays the influence of the west, having fought three wars with Britain, and became a colony in 1885. Its independence was regained following World War II. Rangoon also enjoys its periods of play and the Water Festival is one of those occasions when everyone accepts a wetting in the spirit and fun of the occasion" PSA Journal, Nov. 1958, 48.


Old World Charm

Date produced: 1958

Filmmaker(s):

George Merz

Description:

"George Merz's cine visit to Europe has captured the old world charm from Holland to Monaco via Belgium, Germany, Bavaria, Austria, Switzerland, an Italy. There is countryside, cities, waterways, architecture, arts, crafts, ruins, and parades reminiscent of the traditions of centuries. A good coverage of so large an area in thirty minutes" PSA Journal, Nov. 1958, 47.


First Mile Post, The

Date produced: 1958

Filmmaker(s):

Walter A. MacDonald

Description:

"Walt MacDonald, proud father of his one year old, has designed a special birthday cake for his son and invited friends. One might ask why a parent should contribute so much time and energy just for the few minutes it takes small fry to undo it all. There are, of course, laughs as junior learns from experience in the lighter vein. A delightful birthday party to be enjoyed again and again, even by junior when he becomes senior" PSA Journal, Nov. 1958, 47.


Trip to Yesterday, A

Date produced: 1958

Filmmaker(s):

Paul L. Kubitschek

Description:

"Paul L. Kubitschek takes us to the Denver, Rio Grande & Western Railway for a journey to Silverton, Colorado. With all the thrill that comes to those who love the sway of cars and the resounding clatter of the rails amidst the grandeur of lakes and villages in high country flavored with ghost towns and mining arenas. The skeletons of yesterday where wind and rain have beat time and mute evidence of activity long ceased. Where silent memories of the past may be read from the weathered timbers and scraps of metal. A lone rocking chair left to enjoy the warm sun and the beauty of the hills" PSA Journal, Nov. 1958, 47.


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