Synopsis
Kelley's Plasticon Pictures, the earliest extant 3-D demonstration film from 1922, features footage of Washington and New York City.
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Synopsis
Kelley's Plasticon Pictures, a pioneering studio, produced the earliest extant 3-D demonstration film in 1922, featuring scenes from Washington and New York City. "3-D Rarities" includes significant works such as "New Dimensions," the first domestic full-color 3-D film from the 1940 World’s Fair, and "Thrills for You," a promotional piece for the Pennsylvania Railroad. The compilation also presents "Doom Town," an anti-atomic testing film, and "Boo Moon," a color stereoscopic animation, along with various rare shorts and comedic performances.
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Why Watch
- See Kelley's Plasticon Pictures from 1922.
- Watch 'New Dimensions' from the 1940 World’s Fair.
- Find out about 3-D's early comedic performances.
Did You Know
- Kelley's Plasticon Pictures is from 1922, making it the earliest extant 3-D film.
- 'New Dimensions' was the first domestic full-color 3-D film shown at the 1940 World’s Fair.
- 'Doom Town' serves as an anti-atomic testing film.
- 'Boo Moon' is a color stereoscopic animation included in the collection.
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What is the earliest extant 3-D demonstration film?
Kelley's Plasticon Pictures is the earliest extant 3-D demonstration film from 1922.
What was the first domestic full-color 3-D film?
'New Dimensions' is recognized as the first domestic full-color 3-D film, released during the 1940 World’s Fair.
What is 'Doom Town' about?
'Doom Town' is an anti-atomic testing film included in the compilation of historical 3-D films.
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