What Do Those Old Films Mean?
Originally released in 1985. What Do Those Old Films Mean? is a tv movie/documentary film. directed by Noël Burch. With a runtime of 2h 36m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Douglas Fairbanks and Mary Pickford
Synopsis
Noel Burch’s fascinating and well-made (if at times historically contestable) six-part BBC television series, about early silent cinema in Denmark, England, the Soviet Union, France, Germany, and the U.S., mixes beautiful clips of rare films with various social theories about their significance.
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 16, 1985
40 years ago
Runtime
2h 36m
156 minutes total
User Rating
6.0/10
Good (1 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
France
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Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Channel 4 Television
- Ministère de la culture
Frequently Asked Questions
What is What Do Those Old Films Mean? about?
Noel Burch’s fascinating and well-made (if at times historically contestable) six-part BBC television series, about early silent cinema in Denmark, England, the Soviet Union, France, Germany, and...
Who directed What Do Those Old Films Mean??
What Do Those Old Films Mean? was directed by Noël Burch.
How long is What Do Those Old Films Mean??
What Do Those Old Films Mean? has a runtime of 2 hours and 36 minutes (156 minutes total).
When was What Do Those Old Films Mean? released?
What Do Those Old Films Mean? was released on November 16, 1985 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in What Do Those Old Films Mean??
The main cast of What Do Those Old Films Mean? includes Douglas Fairbanks, Mary Pickford.