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Pyramid Films, inc
Overview
| Works: | 568
works in
920
publications in
10
languages and
5,519
library holdings
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| Roles: | Producer, Distributor |
| Classifications: | qc16.o62,
530.092 |
Most widely held works about
Pyramid Films, inc
Most widely held works by
Pyramid Films, inc
The day after Trinity(
visu
)
4
editions published
between
1980
and
2002
in
English
and held by
507
libraries
worldwide
A documentary on the life of J. Robert Oppenheimer, focusing on his role in the development of the atomic bomb during World War II. The film examines the life of Oppenheimer and the development of the bomb, from its beginning as the weapon to defeat the Axis powers through the aftermath of its use on Japan. Finally, it focuses on Oppenheimer's opposition to the continued development of nuclear weapons during the McCarthy era of the 1950s. Features archival footage and commentary from scientists and soldiers directly involved with the Manhattan Project.
Dinosaurs(
visu
)
2
editions published
in
1987
in
English
and held by
332
libraries
worldwide
A class report on dinosaurs which is receiving snide comments suddenly gains respect when the listeners can visualize the power and diversity of the dinosaurs who ruled the earth for millions of years. Animated in claymation, with live action and cartoon animation stills.
The Day after Trinity J. Robert Oppenheimer and the atomic bomb(
visu
)
10
editions published
between
1980
and
2002
in
English
and held by
229
libraries
worldwide
A documentary on the life of J. Robert Oppenheimer, focusing on his role in the development of the atomic bomb during World War II.
Powers of ten a film dealing with the relative size of things in the universe and the effect of adding another zero(
visu
)
6
editions published
in
1978
in
English
and held by
137
libraries
worldwide
Dealing with scale, proportion and dimension, the film moves in real time over a course of 40 powers of ten, from the cosmic distances of the universe to the heart of the atom. Some techniques used are classical and radio astronomy; large-format aerial, mapping, and satellite photography; X-ray diffraction analysis; and models.
Young Goodman Brown(
visu
)
5
editions published
between
1972
and
2007
in
English
and held by
122
libraries
worldwide
Dramatization of Nathaniel Hawthorne's short story of man's involvement with evil.
Basic film terms a visual dictionary(
visu
)
10
editions published
between
1970
and
2005
in
English
and held by
111
libraries
worldwide
Presents precise visual examples of important film terms. Shows different ways of preparing a film script, provides "visual definitions" of sound recordings and editing methods, and demonstrates the various kinds of camera movements, shots and lenses.
Everybody rides the carousel a view of the stages of life adapted from the works of Erik H. Erikson(
visu
)
2
editions published
in
1985
in
English
and held by
105
libraries
worldwide
Animated vignettes present psychologist Erik Erikson's "eight stages of life," each reflecting the inner feelings and conflicting emotions experienced during the process of personality development.
New Pulse of life(
visu
)
7
editions published
between
1975
and
1980
in
English and Undetermined
and held by
97
libraries
worldwide
Demonstrates procedures for restoring heartbeat and breathing in the crucial first minutes after a heart attack by reenacting typical cases and showing correct methods of action. For medical and community first aid, paramedic training, and physiology classes.
Bill Cosby on prejudice(
visu
)
3
editions published
between
1971
and
1972
in
English
and held by
90
libraries
worldwide
In a satiric diatribe in which a super bigot expresses a hatred against all minority groups, actor Bill Cosby exposes the prejudices which are experienced by all.
The legend of Paul Bunyan ; and, the legend of John Henry(
visu
)
1
edition published
in
1992
in
English
and held by
86
libraries
worldwide
The legend of Paul Bunyan -- "A classic American folklore tale of a logger whose physical size and shape reflect on the nation itself and its fascination with bigness." The legend of John Henry -- "This is a ballad about the legendary strength of the greatest steel driving man of early railroad building days."--Video Source Book.
The city(
visu
)
6
editions published
between
1939
and
1996
in
English
and held by
72
libraries
worldwide
The city was made to be exhibited at the 1939 New York World's Fair. A classic both in the history of short film and in the concern for quality of life in our cities, it deals with four phases of town building: the New England town, the unplanned industrial community, the crowded metropolis and the designed suburban community.
Solo(
visu
)
6
editions published
between
1971
and
1972
in
English and Spanish
and held by
66
libraries
worldwide
Portrays the efforts and exhilarations that are experienced by the solo mountain climber. Filmed in Mexico, the United States, and Canada.
The Bolero(
visu
)
5
editions published
between
1972
and
1973
in
English
and held by
56
libraries
worldwide
Examines a performance of the symphony Bolero by Maurice Ravel. Deals with ways individual performers regard their work, and describes the converging excitement of the talented musicians who perform the score.
Dinosaur(
visu
)
3
editions published
in
1980
in
English
and held by
55
libraries
worldwide
An animated fantasy depicting the age of dinosaurs as imagined by a fifth grader and his classmates.
Frank film(
visu
)
4
editions published
in
1973
in
English
and held by
52
libraries
worldwide
Combines animated sequences with two narrative sound tracks to create a series of complex, moving patterns which satirize contemporary middle-class life.
Everybody rides the carousel(
visu
)
7
editions published
between
1975
and
2008
in
English
and held by
51
libraries
worldwide
Presents in animation the eight stages of life in the phases of personality development described by psychologist Erik H. Erikson. Includes a variety of open-ended situations.
CPR for citizens(
visu
)
5
editions published
between
1979
and
1981
in
English
and held by
50
libraries
worldwide
Shows the basic CPR techniques that citizens can use to help prevent needless deaths. Demonstrates how to keep the heart pumping and the brain alive until medical help arrives. Also shows how to administer Red Cross approved procedures for treating choking victims.
Bass on titles(
visu
)
5
editions published
between
1977
and
2004
in
English
and held by
46
libraries
worldwide
Shows several motion picture title sequences designed by Academy Award winner Saul Bass. Bass talks about the evolution of his thematic title sequences and the design of these visual statements. The film explores the title sequences from: The Man with the Golden Arm (1955), West Side Story (1961), Walk on the Wild Side (1962), It's a Mad Mad Mad Mad World (1963), Seconds (1966). Bass also provides fascinating insight into some of his lesser known titles: Grand Prix (1966), Nine Hours to Rama (1963), The Victors (1963), In Harm's Way (1965), The Big Country (1958).
Why man creates A series of explorations, episodes & comments on creativity(
visu
)
1
edition published
in
2003
in
English
and held by
45
libraries
worldwide
"Humor, satire, and irony are combined with serious questions about the creative process and how it comes into play for different individuals." -- Container.
Crac(
visu
)
2
editions published
in
1982
in
English
and held by
41
libraries
worldwide
Folk music of French Canada accompanies scenes of a rocking chair as it endures the life cycle of a family and ends up in a museum. Evokes the seasons of the year and the seasons of life.
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