A systematic approach is described for reducing the time required for handling of teacher requests for films. The system involves the use of five color coded forms. (STS)

With many deaf students presently being "mainstreamed" into public school systems, the need for motion picture captioning is increasing. Production versus borrowing is discussed and addresses for further information are provided. (Author/STS)

Claims that one of the most important developments in American film culture during the sixties was the emergence of a new academic film discourse. Argues that film studies can not ignore its political dimensions, and that teachers should help students clearly identify political positions. (MS)

Discusses the portrayal of Blacks in American Western films since the first Western was made in 1903. Also describes the changing social and historical context of the film industry as related to Blacks. (GC)

Explicates core aspects of two censored narratives: the movie "E.T.: The Extraterrestrial" and the novel "Huckleberry Finn." Points out similarities between the two works and raises the issue of the estrangement of youth from adult society. (RH)

Reflects on the exploitation of documentary film subjects--the dangers it poses as well as the responsibilities it presents. (Author/KS)

There is a natural unique relationship between non-verbal communication and visual media such as television and film. Visual media will have to be used extensively--almost exclusively--in teaching non-verbal communications, as well as other methods requiring special teaching skills. (Author/ER)

Article discussed the pervasive ambiguity that characterizes the dominant forms of modern literature, music, film, and art in a study that began by acknowledging as our only certainty the recognition that "nobody knows anything for sure" and concluded by finding artistic ambiguity a valuable, holy quality. (Editor/RK)

The therapeutic use of films and other audiovisual media is recommended for children who are emotionally disturbed and unable to enjoy reading. Eight films are reviewed very briefly. (BD)

Discusses the moral and ethical aspects of documentary film from the prospective of both filmmakers and the public. (MH)

Reasons for the drop in educational use of 8mm films and some suggestions for effective use of 8mm systems. Also discusses cameras and projection equipment. (LS)

This 75-minute VHS videotape provides original film clips of social dances that have been lost to the public for many years. It focuses on four eras: 1897-1919: "From the Cakewalk to the Castle Walk" (e.g., charity ball, comedy cakewalk, one step, airplane waltz, and two-step); 1920-1929: "From the Blackbottom to the Lindy Hop"…

Examines several films of Francois Truffaut. (RB)

Rejects the thesis that an uncanny matchup of literary characters with their visual doubles made "The Maltese Falcon" a success. (RB)