Shirley Sound
Identifier
F.2021-14-0001
Date Of Production
circa 1951
Abstract
Dr. Harry Hootnick's daughter Shirley sings songs and opens presents for the camera on her birthday, July 4, either 1951 or 1952. Shot on an Auricon camera, this is a rare example of a home movie with optical sound.
Description
Begins with a young girl, Shirley, holding a small American flag while standing in front of a colorful backdrop. This section of the film has sound. She talks about her birthday cake and then recites the Pledge of Allegiance and then sings a series of songs: Twinkle Twinkle Little Star, The Loveliest Night of the Year, It's a Lovely Day Today.
After this the film is silent footage of Shirley opening presents while another girls sits next to her.
After this the film is silent footage of Shirley opening presents while another girls sits next to her.
Run Time
11 min 21 sec
Format
16mm
Extent
408 feet
Color
Color
Sound
Optical
Reel/Tape Number
1/1
Has Been Digitized?
Yes
Language Of Materials
English
Element
Reversal Positives
Form
Subject
Related Collections
Related Places
Main Credits
Hootnick, Harry (is filmmaker)
Participants And Performers
Lieb, Shirley (is participant)
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