Despotism (1946)

Released after WWII, this amazing film illustrates the thesis that all communities can be ranged on a scale running from democracy to despotism. The two chief characteristics of despotism — restricted respect and concentrated power — are defined and illustrated. Don’t be surprised if today’s modern democracies don’t fare so well when measured against this […]

Destination Earth (1956)

This animated cartoon follows the adventures of “Colonel Cosmic,” a Martian, as he learns that Oil and Competition are the two things that make America great. SPONSOR: Oil Industry Information Committee, American Petroleum Institute. PRODUCTION COS.: John Sutherland Productions; Film Counselors Inc. DIRECTOR: Carl Urbano. WRITERS: Bill Scott, Michel Amestoy, George Gordon. PRODUCTION DESIGNERS: Tom […]

Destination Tomorrow, Episode 25: Radiation and Space Travel

Destination Tomorrow, Episode 25: Radiation and Space Travel – NASA This episode of Destination Tomorrow highlights radiation protection efforts underway by NASA. It focuses on how NASA plans to tackle radiation problems for travel to the Moon and Mars. Contact footage@avgeeks.com for more information. destination-tomorrow-episode-25-radiation-and-space-travel

Destination: Mars

Destination: Mars – NASA; Johnson Space Center This video looks to a future manned spaceflight to Mars (Antares) and the challenges that such a mission will face. This video was produced by Johnson Space center. Contact footage@avgeeks.com for more information. destination-mars

Detectin’ (1936)

Featuring Carlton King and Vivian Rich Our genial friend the town marshal, Jed Bascombe, has been reading several books on “How to Become a Detective.” The desire to masquerade or lose our identity is innate with most of us and Jed buys some professional disguises from a Mail Order Theatrical Equipment House. Then he proceeds […]