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Presenting an EXTREMELY RARE American film artifact: the 1971 CALVIN WORKSHOP 16mm Seminar Manual.
This obscure historical piece comes from the estate of a former executive producer for the esteemed Kansas City, Missouri based CALVIN COMPANY, further adding a unique layer of authenticity and greater historical significance.
1971 CALVIN WORKSHOP 16mm Film Production Seminar Manual: This rare artifact, coming from the estate of a former executive producer, is housed in a thick binder/folder paper and does NOT include CALVIN COMPANY \'Lightning Bolt\' \'Film Reel\' logo. Tailored for film, advertising, or entertainment enthusiasts, this manual is a treasure trove of instructions, illustrations, charts, CALVIN COMPANY staff list and other info offering a unique glimpse into the now-defunct 16mm industrial/educational film industry, and the CALVIN COMPANY.
Beyond its historical significance, this manual is hailed as the definitive guide for 16mm filming, emanating from the era when the Calvin Company was an industry leader.
Illustrations included in manual would make excellent framed prints!
Preserve Cinematic History: Own a piece of cinematic history and contribute to preserving this obscure piece of American and Kansas City history. This unique relic is a nostalgic decor piece from an era in American media history that has long since faded. Each page tells a story of innovation, creativity, and the enduring legacy of the Calvin Company.
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Historical Overview: Delve into the rich legacy of the Calvin Company, a Kansas City-based powerhouse in advertising, education, and industrial film production. Established in 1931 by F. O. Calvin and Betty, the company initially focused on pioneering 16mm business movies during the Great Depression. Flourishing during World War II, Calvin prospered by producing safety and training films for the Navy and Air Force.
The \"Golden Age\" of the late 1940s to the late 1950s marked Calvin\'s pinnacle, producing films for major Fortune 500 companies. The company\'s growth continued, with innovations such as the Movie-Mite Corporation manufacturing 16mm projectors. Noteworthy personalities like Robert Altman contributed to Calvin\'s creative legacy.
As the 1960s unfolded, changes in management and the advent of video technology posed challenges. Despite this, Calvin maintained its reputation until the early 1980s when regular film production ceased, closing the film processing laboratory in 1982. The legacy of the Calvin Company lives on through surviving film prints, archived at the Library of Congress, showcasing its profound impact on industrial filmmaking.
While acknowledging that the 1971 CALVIN WORKSHOP 16mm Seminar Manual may not have broad appeal, it holds a distinct allure for the discerning few who recognize its profound historical significance. For those with an appreciation for American media history, obtaining, presenting, and preserving this rare manual becomes a compelling and meaningful endeavor, allowing them to connect with a bygone era of filmmaking and contribute to the legacy of the Calvin Company.
In response to its growing recognized historical significance, the pricing of this item is subject to periodic adjustments reflecting market value assessments. Stay tuned for updates and explore the opportunity to acquire this RARE ITEM and other historically significant artifacts from the CALVIN COMPANY.
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