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Silent Beauties@silentbeauties· Jul 11

Come Una Sorella (Italy, 1912) Director: Vincenzo Denizot Production Company: Itala Film #silentfilm #cinema #film #movie

Silent Beauties@silentbeauties· Jul 11

The Pawnshop (USA, 1916). #silentfilm #cinema #1910s #Chaplin

Silent Beauties@silentbeauties· Jul 3

Tour de France - 1954 #history #vintage #1950s #tradition

Silent Beauties@silentbeauties· Mar 14

Der Schein trügt (Germany, 1914) Director: unknown Production Company: Eiko Film (Germany) #silentfilm #cinema #film #movie #1910s

Silent Beauties@silentbeauties· Mar 13

Sunrise: A Song of Two Humans (USA, 1927). Director: F. W. Murnau. Stars: George O'Brien, Janet Gaynor, Margaret Livingston. #silentfilm #1920s #cinema #film #movie

Silent Beauties@silentbeauties· Mar 12

Atlantis (Denmark, 1913) Directed by August Blom Starring Olaf Fønss, Ida Orloff, Ebba Thomsen Stunning photography, one of the most beautiful of silent era. #silentfilm #1910s #cinema #film #movie

Silent Beauties@silentbeauties· Mar 12

The Power of Fascination (USA, 1915) Director: Cleo Madison Cast: Jack Holt, Cleo Madison, Caroline Fowler, Jack Francis, Jack Wells, Tom Chatterton. Production Company: Essanay Film #silentfilm #cinema #film #movie #1910s

Silent Beauties@silentbeauties· Mar 11

The Golden Beetle (France, 1907) Direction: Segundo de Chomón, Ferdinand Zecca #silentfilm #1900s #cinema #film #movie

Silent Beauties@silentbeauties· Mar 8

Lonesome (USA, 1928) Director: Paul Fejos Stars: Barbara Kent, Glenn Tryon, Fay Holderness #silentfilm #cinema #film #movie #1920s

Silent Beauties@silentbeauties· Mar 5

Only 90s and 2000s kids will understand the pain of Dial Up internet. #internet

Silent Beauties@silentbeauties· Mar 4

Sisters Lillian and Dorothy Gish in An Unseen Enemy (USA, 1912) directed by D.W. Griffith. #silentfilm #cinema #film #movie #1910s

Two young girls are indoors and frightened. They're seeing a revolver through the hole on the wall. Both of them are wearing short-sleeved dresses.

Silent Beauties@silentbeauties· Mar 4

Self defense tutorial from 1933. Via BritishPathe #history #1930s #vintage

Silent Beauties@silentbeauties· Mar 4

Woman in the Dunes (Japan, 1964) #cinema #film #movie

Silent Beauties@silentbeauties· Jan 24

The Eagle (USA, 1925). It is a drama film directed by Clarence Brown and starring Rudolph Valentino, Vilma Bánky, and Louise Dresser. Wikipedia link: en.wikipedia.org/wik... #silentfilm #classicfilm #cinema #film #movie

Theatrical release poster. The poster has a classic design, typical of the era, focusing primarily on the image of Valentino.

The central figure is Rudolph Valentino, rendered in a striking portrait. He is dressed in a military-style uniform, which includes a high-collared jacket adorned with gold epaulettes and small insignia. He wears a tall, dark, fur-lined hat with a prominent gold emblem, possibly a heraldic crest, centered on the front. His expression is one of confident intensity, with his gaze directed slightly to the side. The lighting suggests a dramatic setting, with strong shadows that accentuate his facial features and the details of his uniform. The image is a studio portrait, most likely a promotional still.

The background is a gradient, fading from a dark, rich blue at the top to a slightly lighter blue at the bottom. This color choice creates a dramatic backdrop that highlights Valentino's figure and the text.

Silent Beauties@silentbeauties· Jan 24

Yale vs. Harvard (USA, 1927). It is an Our Gang short silent comedy film, the 64th in the series, directed by Robert F. McGowan. This film is presumed lost. Wikipedia link: en.wikipedia.org/wik... #silentfilm #classicfilm #cinema #film #movie

Lobby card. It depicts a scene from a football game, likely a film.

The central focus is the action on the field, with a large group of football players in various poses of movement. They are clad in what appear to be old-fashioned football uniforms, with helmets, padding, and long trousers. The players are clustered together, some are kneeling, others are standing, and some appear to be running or in the midst of a tackle. Their expressions are difficult to discern in the black and white image, but there's a suggestion of intensity and action.

Silent Beauties@silentbeauties· Jan 22

The Sheriff (USA, 1918). It is a short comedy film directed by and starring Roscoe "Fatty" Arbuckle. The film is considered to be lost. Wikipedia link: en.wikipedia.org/wik... #silentfilm #classicfilm #cinema #film #movie

Silent Beauties@silentbeauties· Jan 22

The Cyclone (USA, 1921). It is an action-adventure film directed by Clifford Smith and starring Tom Mix, Colleen Moore, Henry Herbert, William Ellingford, and Buck Jones. Wikipedia link: en.wikipedia.org/wik... #silentfilm #classicfilm #cinema #film #movie

Theatrical release poster. The poster features a scene with two main figures: a man in a Royal Canadian Mounted Police uniform and a woman in a flowing dress.

The man, presumably Tom Mix, is seated, wearing the iconic red serge jacket with a high collar and shoulder epaulettes. He has a serious expression, with his hands clasped in his lap. He wears blue trousers and tall brown boots.

The woman stands beside him, her hand gently touching his chin. She has curly red hair and is dressed in a flowing, light-yellow dress. Her expression is softer, with a slight smile.

The background suggests an outdoor setting, with a dark, indistinct shape that could be a fence or a building to the right. A mountain range is visible in the distance, colored in shades of blue and gray. The sky appears to be a night scene, possibly with a moon or other celestial elements.

Silent Beauties@silentbeauties· Jan 20

Joe Frank Cobb (November 7, 1916 – May 21, 2002) was an American child actor, most notable for appearing in the Our Gang comedies from 1922 to 1929. Wikipedia link: en.wikipedia.org/wik... #silentfilm #classicfilm #cinema #film #movie

Cobb building a B-25 Mitchell bomber during WW2, circa 1944-45. Black and white. The image is a black and white photograph depicting a man working on what appears to be an aircraft. The main subject is a man with short, neatly styled hair and a slightly smug expression. He is wearing a button-down shirt with short sleeves and a wristwatch. He is positioned at the center of the frame, holding a cloth in his left hand and gesturing with his right hand as if explaining something.

Behind him and to the right, a second person is partially visible, also seemingly involved in the same task. The background consists of metal panels, rivets, and various mechanical parts, suggesting the interior of an aircraft or a workshop environment. The lighting is relatively flat, and the contrast is moderate, allowing details in both the subject and the background to be visible.

Silent Beauties@silentbeauties· Jan 20

Growing Pains (USA,1928). It is a short silent comedy film, the 77th in the series, directed by Anthony Mack. The film is considered lost, as it was destroyed in the 1965 MGM vault fire. Wikipedia link: en.wikipedia.org/wik... #silentfilm #classicfilm #cinema #film #movie

Lobby card. The primary focus is on two young children within a circular frame.

The central figures are a young boy and girl. The boy, dressed in a suit with a fedora, is seated on the ground, looking up with a slightly puffed-out expression. The girl, with a short, dark bob haircut, is kneeling beside a large bottle of "Purity Cod Liver Oil", holding a small stick and pointing it at the boy. Both children are surrounded by straw or hay.

The background inside the circle suggests a rustic setting with wooden structures. Outside the circle, on the left side, are cartoon illustrations of a man carrying a barrel and another child. On the right side, there's a cartoon of a man looking surprised, holding a fishing rod, with a dog pulling on his pants and two additional children.

Silent Beauties@silentbeauties· Jan 20

In the Name of the Law (USA, 1922). It is a melodrama directed by Emory Johnson with Dick Posson acting as assistant director. Wikipedia link: en.wikipedia.org/wik... #silentfilm #classicfilm #cinema #film #movie

Newspaper ad. The composition is vertically oriented. At the very top, in large, bold, capitalized letters, is the word "WARNING!!!" above "TO LOCAL CITIZENS!". To the right, there's a smaller box that says "ASK THE POLICE-MAN!". Below that, the word "TO" and the word "SEE" are written on the left.

The main visual element is a drawing of a police officer, depicted from the chest up, with his arm raised in a gesture of warning or emphasis. The officer is wearing a uniform with a cap. His face appears stern. Behind the officer, a crowd of people can be seen, partially obscured. A banner below states "The Greatest Love-Drama of a Decade".

Beneath the central image, the title of the film "IN THE NAME OF THE LAW" is displayed in large, stylized, blocky letters.

Silent Beauties@silentbeauties· Jan 8

Find the Woman (USA, 1922). It is a mystery film directed by Tom Terriss and starring Alma Rubens. It was produced by Cosmopolitan Productions, owned by William Randolph Hearst. Wikipedia link: en.wikipedia.org/wik... #silentfilm #classicfilm #cinema #film #movie

Film still. The car is a dark, possibly black, sedan. It has large tires and a spare tire mounted on the side. The windows are up, and the inside of the car is visible. In the driver's seat is a man wearing a uniform, possibly a chauffeur. Inside the passenger compartment, there are three men, one of whom is wearing a top hat. Their expressions are difficult to discern, but they seem to be looking towards the woman.

The woman is the other main subject of the image. She is dressed in a light-colored, flowing dress with thin straps. She is leaning against the car door, as if either about to enter or reacting to something. Her expression is one of surprise or concern, and she appears to be holding the door handle. Her hair is short and wavy, typical of the era.

The background is somewhat blurred, suggesting a street or a stage setting. The lighting is diffused, casting soft shadows.

Silent Beauties@silentbeauties· Jan 8

Through the Dark (USA,1924). It is a mystery crime drama film directed by George W. Hill, and starring Colleen Moore and Forrest Stanley. Wikipedia link: en.wikipedia.org/wik... #silentfilm #classicfilm #cinema #film #movie

Still with Colleen Moore and Forrest Stanley. In a dramatic, vintage scene, a woman in a draped veil embraces a concerned-looking man in a dark coat, suggesting a moment of intense emotion or impending challenge. The image shows a woman, clad in a draped veil, clinging to a man who is dressed in a dark, buttoned coat with a high collar. The woman's face is tilted upwards towards the man. The man has fair skin, dark hair, and a somewhat worried expression. He appears to be looking off to the side.

The background is dark and suggests either an interior space or an outdoor scene at night. To the left, there's a door with a handle, indicating an indoor location. The overall atmosphere is somber and dramatic. The lighting is soft, which adds to the serious and emotional mood. The contrast between their expressions and the dark backdrop conveys a sense of tension or a pivotal moment.

Silent Beauties@silentbeauties· Jan 8

The Cat and the Canary (USA, 1927). It is a comedy horror film directed by Paul Leni. The film is part of the genre of comedy horror films inspired by 1920s Broadway stage plays. Wikipedia link: en.wikipedia.org/wik... #silentfilm #classicfilm #cinema #film #movie

Theatrical release poster. The poster creates an atmosphere of suspense, fear, and terror. The woman's expression, the looming hands, and the dark color scheme all contribute to a sense of impending doom and thriller. The title hints at a mystery or horror theme.
In summary, the poster is a classic example of early 20th-century movie advertising, designed to evoke a sense of mystery and fear in potential viewers.

Silent Beauties@silentbeauties· Jan 6

Anita Stewart (born Anna Marie Stewart; February 7, 1895 – May 4, 1961) was an American actress and film producer of the early silent film era. Wikipedia link: en.wikipedia.org/wik... #silentfilm #classicfilm #cinema #film #movie

Stewart c. 1920. The image is a close-up portrait. The subject is a young woman with dark, wavy hair styled close to her head. Her hairstyle is typical of the 1920s or 1930s, featuring soft waves and curls. She has fair skin, dark eyes, and delicately shaped lips. Her gaze is direct and slightly melancholic, drawing the viewer in. The woman is wearing a dark, plush fur coat. The texture of the fur is detailed, suggesting opulence and warmth. The coat frames her face, emphasizing her features. The background is a soft, dark tone that allows the woman and her fur coat to stand out. In the bottom right corner, there is a signature that appears to read "Apeda N.Y. 19," indicating the photographer and the year the photo was taken. The overall mood of the picture is one of classic elegance, sophistication, and a hint of wistful introspection. The lighting is soft and even, highlighting the textures and contours of the subject.

Silent Beauties@silentbeauties· Jan 6

The Invisible Fear (USA, 1921). It is a mystery film directed by Edwin Carewe and starring Anita Stewart. It was produced by Stewart and Louis B. Mayer. Wikipedia link: en.wikipedia.org/wik... #silentfilm #classicfilm #cinema #film #movie

Lobby card. In detail, the image shows Anita Stewart seated beside a man, both positioned on a concrete structure resembling a bench or low wall amidst a garden. Stewart is adorned in a yellow patterned shawl and is holding a bouquet of flowers with red/pink roses and darker greenery. The man is dressed in a suit with a bow tie and a white dress shirt. The background suggests a tranquil garden scene, with trees and greenery. Behind them, there's a fountain or a structure with water effects, adding depth to the scene. The overall atmosphere is one of serenity and romance, possibly hinting at the narrative of the film as suggested by the caption: "Happy in her new found love, trying to forget the terrible past." The image's vignette style, combined with the text, evokes a sense of hope and new beginnings, contrasted with a shadowy past.

Silent Beauties@silentbeauties· Jan 6

The Lone Wolf (USA, 1924). It is a mystery film written and directed by Stanner E. V. Taylor based on a story by Louis Joseph Vance. This marked the final film of star Dorothy Dalton. Wikipedia link: en.wikipedia.org/wik... #silentfilm #classicfilm #cinema #film #movie

Jack Holt in the film. The central figure is a man, likely in his middle years, dressed in a tweed suit. He has a neat hairstyle, a mustache, and a serious expression as he looks down at a book he holds open in his hands. The book's cover seems to have an image or design on it.

The setting is an interior space, possibly a study or living room. To the man's left is a table with a large lamp featuring a fringed lampshade. A fedora hat rests casually on the table, along with what appears to be a lighter and ashtray. In the background, there's a bookshelf and a chair upholstered with patterned fabric. The walls have a patterned wallpaper or paneling, and a door is visible in the background.

Silent Beauties@silentbeauties· Jan 3

I Do (USA, 1921). It is a short comedy film featuring Harold Lloyd. This short is notable for having a cartoon wedding in the first scene. Wikipedia link: en.wikipedia.org/wik... #silentfilm #classicfilm #cinema #film #movie

Lobby card. The poster has a classic, stylized design typical of the silent film era.

The left side of the poster features a circular inset containing a photograph of a man and a woman. The man, presumably Harold Lloyd, is dressed in a dark suit, a tie, and a hat. He's wearing glasses. He stands behind a wicker baby carriage, looking directly at the viewer. The woman beside him is wearing a pink dress and a matching cloche hat. She has her hand resting gently on the man's arm. The background within the circle is a muted green.

To the right of the photograph, the poster features text in bold, capitalized letters. The top of the poster reads "HAL ROACH presents Through Associated Exhibitors" in a smaller font size. Below this is the film title "HAROLD LLOYD" in large, prominent letters. The title of the movie, "I DO," is presented in quotation marks and a slightly smaller font. The text "Directed by Fred Newmeyer" appears below the title.

Silent Beauties@silentbeauties· Jan 3

Get Out and Get Under (USA, 1920). It is a comedy film directed by Hal Roach and starring Harold Lloyd and Mildred Davis. Wikipedia link: en.wikipedia.org/wik... #silentfilm #classicfilm #cinema #film #movie

Newspaper advertisement. At the top, the words "Harold Lloyd" are prominently displayed in a large, bold, and slightly distressed sans-serif font. Beneath this, a thin black line separates the title from the tagline "In His Latest Comedy Sensation," written in a smaller, thinner font.

The title of the film, "Get Out and Get Under," is prominently featured in quotation marks, using a bold, sans-serif font similar to the actor's name. Below this, the text "Funnier Than" is displayed in a slightly smaller and thinner font. Following this, in quotation marks, is the title of another film, "High and Dizzy."

To the left of the title, a small, circular portrait of a smiling child with dark skin is presented. To the right, a larger, close-up portrait of a smiling Harold Lloyd is shown, wearing round glasses. The image is rendered in black and white, with varying shades of gray creating the illusion of depth and detail.

Silent Beauties@silentbeauties· Jan 3

Cruel, Cruel Love (USA, 1914). It is a comedy film made at the Keystone Studios and starring Charlie Chaplin. Wikipedia link: en.wikipedia.org/wik... #silentfilm #classicfilm #cinema #film #movie

Theatrical poster. The poster has a rectangular shape with a maroon border. In the top corners, there are stylized "K" letters within a yellow, shield-like shape, indicating the Keystone studio. The title of the movie, "Cruel, Cruel Love," is prominently displayed in large, white, bold letters at the top center of the poster, with "Keystone" and "Comedy" above it.

The central image features two figures: a woman and a man. The woman is seated, wearing a red dress with a white collar and a bow on her bodice. She has a gentle smile, rosy cheeks, and auburn hair styled in large curls. The man is positioned to her right, leaning towards her with an enthusiastic expression. He is wearing a brown suit jacket over a white shirt with a dark tie. He appears to be gazing up at her, with a large, exaggerated mustache. They are set against a backdrop suggesting an indoor scene with a window and stylized, pale green foliage.

Silent Beauties@silentbeauties· Jan 1

By the Sea (USA, 1915). It is a omedy film Charlie Chaplin made while waiting for a studio to work in Los Angeles. He had just left Niles Essanay Studio after doing five films at that location. Wikipedia link: en.wikipedia.org/wik... #silentfilm #classicfilm #cinema #film