AV Geeks 16mm Lunch 12-11-2023
Yep, it’s Monday alright. Nothing else to do about it except watch some old 16mm films. #16mmfilms #avgeeks
Johnny Learns His Manners
Mostly iconographic, minor animation. Under the influence of his impish conscience ‘BADSELF,’ Johnny becomes thoughtless, untidy, and selfish until he begins to take on the physical aspects of a little pig. Johnny’s other conscience ‘GOODSELF’ helps Johnny to correct his mistakes and slowly he is turned back into his former self, but is a better […]
Open And Closed Wounds (1981)
Highlights practical application of first aid techniques showing different types of open and closed wounds, and the proper methods of first aid treatment. Demonstrates control of bleeding, application of sterile dressings, cravat and triangular cover bandages, and care of the injured for physical shock. Stresses the importance of obtaining competent medical assistance. We digitized and […]
Writing Different Kinds Of Letters (1968)
Uses four common situations to show how to write different types of letters, including the personal letter, the business letter,
What Is a Corporation? (1949)
Differentiates among the three principal forms of business ownership: single proprietorship, partnership, and corporation. Introduces the advantages and disadvantages of each type, with particular emphasis on corporate ownership. Contact footage@avgeeks.com for more information. what-is-a-corporation-1949
At This Moment (1954)
Journalist in diner researching TV series on importance of railroads, meets waitress, eavesdrops on discussion about importance of railroads. Many shots of trains (good). We digitized and uploaded this film from the Prelinger Archive. Email us at footage@avgeeks.com if you have questions about the footage and are interested in using it in your project. at-this-moment-1954
Man Uses And Changes The Land (1967)
The film discusses the various uses of land for producing food, clothing, and shelter. It explains how different types of
Wheat Farmer, The (1938)
Portrays the life and work of a wheat farmer and his family in the Midwest. Shows how they plant and harvest the winter wheat and how they attend to other farming tasks, such as milking and cooking. Pictures the 4H Club activities of the children. Contact footage@avgeeks.com for more information. wheat-farmer-the-1938
Burr Davis Funeral Home
A promotional film for Burr-Davis Funeral Home based in Mt Vernon, NY. We digitized and uploaded this film from the Prelinger Archive. Email us at footage@avgeeks.com if you have questions about the footage and are interested in using it in your project. burr-davis-funeral-home
Safe Living At Home (1952, A/B Reels, silent)
Silent A/B roll of the Coronet film, Safe Living At Home (1952). A family discussion teaches two children how to
More Moon Exploration
25 Years of Progress – Episode 8: More Moon Exploration – NASA During 1972-73 Mariner 9 mapped the entire surface of Mars and Pioneer 10 returned the first close-up pictures of Jupiter. Contact footage@avgeeks.com for more information. more-moon-exploration
Forty Billion Enemies (1941)
On the importance of refrigeration in the battle against disease. The title refers to the speed with which bacteria multiply if their reproduction is not inhibited by cold. Includes shot of a professor lecturing in a college classroom; a train; truck on highway; etc. DESCRIBES THE IMPROVEMENT OF GENERAL HEALTH BROUGHT ABOUT BY MECHANICAL REFRIGERATION […]