The Latchis Family built an empire of theaters across New England during the Great Depression, using footage and photos from their history.
Synopsis
The Latchis Family built an empire of theaters across New England during the Great Depression, using footage and photos from their history.
Synopsis
George Latchis began his life in a small village in Greece. He emigrated to America during the Great Depression. Latchis and his family built a network of theaters across New England. They opened their first theater in 1930, contributing to the era of movie palaces. The documentary features archival footage, photographs, and music from the Latchis family and national archives. It presents their story amid the challenges of the time and their rise in the entertainment industry.
Deep Dive
Why Watch
- See the rise of the Latchis Family in American cinema.
- Find out about the art déco theaters they built.
- Meet the immigrant family behind New England's movie palaces.
Did You Know
- The Latchis Family built an empire of theaters in New England during the Great Depression.
- The documentary features historically accurate footage and photographs from local historical societies.
- The Latchis Family originated from a small village in Greece.
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What was the origin of the Latchis Family?
The Latchis Family originated from a small slate roofed village in Greece.
During which economic period did the Latchis Family build their theatre empire?
The Latchis Family built their theatre empire during the Great Depression.
What architectural style is associated with the theatres built by the Latchis Family?
The theatres built by the Latchis Family are associated with the art déco architectural style.
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