1. Movies
  2. Before the Nickelodeon: The Cinema of Edwin S. Porter
  • Oct 09, 1982
  • 60 min
  • Full-HD

Before the Nickelodeon: The Cinema of Edwin S. Porter (1982)

A documentary overview of the career of silent cinema pioneer Edwin S. Porter.

Category
Documentary
Country
United States of America
Companies

Blanche Sweet

Narrator (voice)

D. A. Pennebaker

Reader - Film as a Visual Newspaper (voice)

Miloš Forman

Reader - The Biddle Brothers (voice)

Louis Malle

Reader - Melies Catalogue (voice)

Robert Altman

Reader - 'Jack And The Beanstalk' Promo (voice)

Thomas A. Edison

Himself (archive footage) (uncredited)

Edwin S. Porter

Himself (archive footage) (uncredited)

Recommended For You

7.3
  • Documentary
  • 2022
  • Movie

Sidney

Sidney

  • 7.3
  • 2022
HD

This revealing documentary honors the legendary Sidney Poitier—iconic actor, filmmaker, and civil rights activist. Featuring interviews with Denzel Washington, Spike Lee, Halle Berry, and more.

Genre : Documentary
Watch now
6.9
  • Documentary
  • 2006
  • Movie

Halloween: 25 Years of Terror

Halloween: 25 Years of Terror

  • 6.9
  • 2006
HD

Follow the evolution of the 'Halloween' movies over the past twenty-five years. It examines why the films are so popular and revisits many of the original locations used in the films - seeing the effects on the local community. For the first time, cast, crew, critics and fans join together in the ultimate 'Halloween' retrospective.

Genre : Documentary
Watch now
7.1
  • Documentary
  • 2013
  • Movie

The Class of ‘92

The Class of ‘92

  • 7.1
  • 2013
HD

A detailing of the rise to prominence and global sporting superstardom of six supremely talented young Manchester United football players (David Beckham, Nicky Butt, Ryan Giggs, Paul Scholes, Phil and Gary Neville). The film covers the period 1992-1999, culminating in Manchester United's European Cup triumph.

Genre : Documentary
Watch now
6.2
  • Documentary
  • 2013
  • Movie

Seduced and Abandoned

Seduced and Abandoned

  • 6.2
  • 2013
HD

SEDUCED AND ABANDONED combines acting legend Alec Baldwin with director James Toback as they lead us on a troublesome and often hilarious journey of raising financing for their next feature film. Moving from director to financier to star actor, the two players provide us with a unique look behind the curtain at the world's biggest and most glamourous film festival, shining a light on the bitter-sweet relationship filmmakers have with Cannes and the film business. Featuring insights from directors Martin Scorsese, 'Bernando Bertolucci' and Roman Polanski; actors Ryan Gosling and Jessica Chastain and a host of film distribution luminaries.

Genre : Documentary
Watch now
7.8
  • Documentary
  • 2025
  • Movie

John Candy: I Like Me

John Candy: I Like Me

  • 7.8
  • 2025
HD

Those who knew iconic funnyman John Candy best share his story, in their own words, through never-before-seen archival footage, imagery, and interviews.

Genre : Documentary
Watch now
6.4
  • Documentary
  • 2017
  • Movie

Ex Libris: The New York Public Library

Ex Libris: The New York Public Library

  • 6.4
  • 2017
HD

A documentary about how a dominant cultural and demographic institution both sustains their traditional activities and adapts to the digital revolution.

Genre : Documentary
Watch now
7.4
  • Documentary
  • 2017
  • Movie

I Am Heath Ledger

I Am Heath Ledger

  • 7.4
  • 2017
HD

The life and career of an actor, artist, and icon. His own journey through his own camera.

Genre : Documentary
Watch now
7.6
  • Documentary
  • 2017
  • Movie

Spielberg

Spielberg

  • 7.6
  • 2017
HD

A documentary on the life and career of one of the most influential film directors of all time, Steven Spielberg.

Genre : Documentary
Watch now
7.2
  • Documentary
  • 2022
  • Movie

Avatar: The Deep Dive - A Special Edition of 20/20

Avatar: The Deep Dive - A Special Edition of 20/20

  • 7.2
  • 2022
HD

An inside look at one of the most anticipated movie sequels ever with James Cameron and cast.

Genre : Documentary
Watch now
6.9
  • Documentary
  • 2019
  • Movie

Making Waves: The Art of Cinematic Sound

Making Waves: The Art of Cinematic Sound

  • 6.9
  • 2019
HD

The history of cinematic sound, told by legendary sound designers and visionary filmmakers.

Genre : Documentary
Watch now
6.5
  • Documentary
  • 2013
  • Movie

Downloaded

Downloaded

  • 6.5
  • 2013
HD

A documentary that explores the downloading revolution; the kids that created it, the bands and the businesses that were affected by it, and its impact on the world at large.

Genre : Documentary
Watch now
6.1
  • Documentary
  • 2002
  • Movie

Naqoyqatsi

Naqoyqatsi

  • 6.1
  • 2002
HD

A visual montage portrait of our contemporary world dominated by globalized technology and violence.

Genre : Documentary
Watch now
7
  • Documentary
  • 2013
  • Movie

Justin Bieber's Believe

Justin Bieber's Believe

  • 7
  • 2013
HD

A backstage and on-stage look at Justin Bieber during his rise to super stardom.

Genre : Documentary
Watch now
6.6
  • Documentary
  • 2002
  • Movie

The Weather Underground

The Weather Underground

  • 6.6
  • 2002
HD

The remarkable story of The Weather Underground, radical activists of the 1970s, and of radical politics at its best and most disastrous.

Genre : Documentary
Watch now
7.1
  • Documentary
  • 2022
  • Movie

Marvel Studios Assembled: The Making of Hawkeye

Marvel Studios Assembled: The Making of Hawkeye

  • 7.1
  • 2022
HD

Join the likes of Jeremy Renner, Hailee Steinfeld, Florence Pugh, and Vincent D’Onofrio as they reveal how Marvel Studios’ “Hawkeye” was conceived and created. Witness firsthand what it took to pull off the show’s pulse-pounding action set pieces, and discover how iconic characters from the pages of Marvel Comics such as Kate Bishop were adapted and brought to life for the six-episode series.

Genre : Documentary
Watch now
7.4
  • Documentary
  • 2015
  • Movie

Red Army

Red Army

  • 7.4
  • 2015
HD

A documentary highlighting the Soviet Union's legendary and enigmatic hockey training culture and world-dominating team through the eyes of the team's Captain Slava Fetisov, following his shift from hockey star and celebrated national hero to political enemy.

Genre : Documentary
Watch now
8.2
  • Documentary
  • 2013
  • Movie

One Direction: This Is Us

One Direction: This Is Us

  • 8.2
  • 2013
HD

"One Direction: This Is Us" is a captivating and intimate all-access look at life on the road for the global music phenomenon. Weaved with stunning live concert footage, this inspiring feature film tells the remarkable story of Niall, Zayn, Liam, Harry and Louis' meteoric rise to fame, from their humble hometown beginnings and competing on the X-Factor, to conquering the world and performing at London’s famed O2 Arena. Hear it from the boys themselves and see through their own eyes what it's really like to be One Direction.

Genre : Documentary
Watch now
8
  • Music
  • 2017
  • Movie

Avicii: True Stories

Avicii: True Stories

  • 8
  • 2017
HD

Documentary about the arena-packing Swedish DJ, chronicling his explosive rise to fame and surprising decision to retire from live performances in 2016.

Genre : Music
Watch now

Adblock Detected

Please disable AdBlock to proceed to the destination page