Birth of the Cinema
Episode 1, “Birth of the Cinema,” opens Mark Cousins’ 15-part journey by tracing how cinema began—how early pioneers experimented with motion, editing, and visual storytelling to create a new art form. Using landmark examples and rare clips, the episode shows how the first films established the foundations of cinematic language and set the stage for the medium’s rapid evolution around the world.
Film Details
- Release year: 2012
- Runtime: 64 minutes
- Genres: documentary
- Director: Mark Cousins
- Cast: Mark Cousins
- Writers: Mark Cousins
- Language: English
- Country: GB
- Rating: TV-PG
- Availability: Purchase for $3.99
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Who directed The Story of Film: An Odyssey?
The Story of Film: An Odyssey was directed by Mark Cousins.
Who is in the cast of The Story of Film: An Odyssey?
The cast of The Story of Film: An Odyssey includes Mark Cousins.
How long is The Story of Film: An Odyssey?
The Story of Film: An Odyssey has a runtime of 64 minutes (1h 4m).
What year was The Story of Film: An Odyssey released?
The Story of Film: An Odyssey was released in 2012.
What genre is The Story of Film: An Odyssey?
The Story of Film: An Odyssey is a documentary film.