Eyesight (silent, 1928)

This 1928 educational film explores the mechanics of vision and the importance of accessibility for individuals with visual impairments. It begins by illustrating the human eye’s function through close-ups of eyes opening and closing, animations of how the eye connects to the brain, and demonstrations of light beams refracting through lenses and prisms.

The film transitions to common vision challenges, showing a man struggling to read a newspaper and blurry-to-clear views of everyday scenes. It highlights the importance of eye tests, including a spinning eye test wheel and an eye chart.

The latter portion focuses on accessibility and education for the visually impaired. Students engage with braille books, tactile maps, and exercises designed to simulate blindness. Teachers guide children in learning braille and developing skills to navigate the world. The film concludes with a hopeful scene of a smiling woman, symbolizing progress and understanding in addressing visual impairments.

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