In the silent era, it was common for films to be produced and directed by female filmmakers. We have selected two programs of newly restored female-made films from this era.

This is the first program, selected and introduced by Dr. Donna Kornhaber of the University Of Texas. The program will be followed by a discussion period with Dr. Kornhaber.

1. Mabel Normand, “Mabel’s Blunder” (1914) [16 min.]
2. Cleo Madison, “Eleanor’s Catch” (1916) [13 min.]
3. Grace Cunard, “The Purple Mask: Episode 13, Part 1 – The Leap” (1917) [10 min.]
4. Alla Nazimova, Salome (1923) [71 min.]

Check out part 2 of the series HERE