Across
- 2. Standard film format before color became common
- 5. Early cartoon films developed during this era
- 6. Early films with synchronized sound
- 7. Techniques used to create illusions on screen
- 10. Large, ornate theaters built for film audiences
- 11. Early motion‑picture camera and projector
- 12. Movies grouped by type such as comedy or drama
- 14. Machine used to display films in theaters
- 15. Person who writes scripts for movies
- 17. Short filmed news segments shown before movies
- 19. Highly popular film drawing large audiences
- 20. Full‑length movie shown in theaters
Down
- 1. Movies without recorded dialogue
- 3. Silent film star known for comedic roles
- 4. Dark, moody crime films emerging late in the interwar period
- 8. Movies used to influence public opinion
- 9. Music and audio recorded for films
- 13. American film industry center during the interwar years
- 16. Government or studio control over film content
- 18. SYSTEM Method where major studios controlled actors and production
