Early Film and the 30s

Which leader banned the film Duck Soup?

He was the self-proclaimed founder of jazz and often considered the first "Jazz composer"

Who starred as Ann Darrow in King Kong?

The Hays Code was implemented so that WHO would not interfere in film making?

Which Marx brother was NOT one of the stars of the film Duck Soup?

This economic concept meant that Hollywood studios had control over production, distribution and exhibition

What is the single-most important component of jazz music?

Who directed "City Lights"?

This characteristic of greatness refers to films that have a universal message that speaks to any generation.

In what year was King Kong released?

Who directed "Birth of a Nation"?

This pre-jazz band leader is popularly known for his patriotic marches.

In what year was the film "City Lights" released?

This characteristic of greatness refers to films that have a profound impact on future filmmakers.

Who directed King Kong?

This characteristic of greatness refers to films that speak to their time and/or become a symbol for a particular era.

Birth of a Nation argued that this era following the Civil War was ripe with corruption in government.

This characteristic of greatness refers to films that use new techniques, technologies and story telling structures

Who starred as the "Blind Girl" in the film City Lights?

The Film "Birth of Nation" takes place during this era in US history.

This ragtime composer was most famous for works like "Maple Leaf Rag" and "The Entertainer"

This characteristic of greatness refers to memorable directing, writing and performances.

In the 1930s, Hollywood began a self-censorship program. What was it popularly called?

In what year was "Birth of a Nation" released?

These two US cities are most associated with Jazz in the 1920s

This was the first feature length film that had synchronized sound.

This film is one of only three that one the "Big Five" awards at the Academy Awards.

The directors of this film modeled some of its scenes after their time as high school wrestlers.

In this film, One character wears five different "military" uniforms.

Who directed Duck Soup?

In what year was Duck Soup released?