This two DVD film compilation takes a look at the evolution of
American automobile design and manufacturing from the 1920's to
the 1950's. It is a fascinating glimpse of American ingenuity and
inventiveness during this period of time.
This sound and silent film collection is on two DVDs and has a
total runtime of 2 hours 44 minutes. Here are the films that make
up this collection:
American Look (1958) - This Chevy focused film examines the
steps followed to make cars and other high ticket items with great
styling and classic lines. It is a great image of what design
once was before everything became me too styling.;
American Engineer (1956) - This film is an exposition of the
American engineer and his importance in the day to day life of
America. It focuses on many aspects of engineering including bridges,
buildings and cars.;
Streamlines (1936) - This film explores the benefits of streamlined
designs for safety, speed, economy and comfort as well as stunningly
good looks.;
The Human Bridge (1949) - Shows the evolution of the 1949 Ford
from the drawing board to the road. It shows the various stages
of automobile design and manufacturing that go into a new model
release.;
Henry Ford's Mirror of America (1962) - This is an excellent
collection of early film showing footage U.S. culture, industry
and daily life between 1915 and 1930. The film includes liberal
amounts of early manufacturing footage and highlights the growing
importance of cars in everyday life.;
General Motors Around the World (1927) - This silent film presentation
follows the early growth of General Motors and its factories in
a variety of locations around the world including Japan, Sweden,
Australia, Egypt, Belgium, Peru, Spain, Brazil and other nations.
Here are some sample clips from the DVD
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