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 program includes the following films, selected and introduced by University Of Texas Professor Dr. Donna Kornhaber. The program will be followed by a discussion period with Dr. Kornhaber.

1. Alice Guy-Blache, “Algie the Miner” (1912) [10 min.]
2. Alice Guy-Blache, “Two Little Rangers” [aka “The Little Rangers”] (1912) [12 min.]
3. Alice Guy-Blache, “A Fool and His Money” (1912) [11 min.]
4. Marion Wong, “The Curse of Quon Gwon” (1916) [22 min.]
5. Lois Weber, “On the Brink” (1911) [12 min.]
6. Lois Weber, “Fine Feathers” (1912) [15 min.]
7. Lois Weber, “Suspense” (1913) [11 min.]
8. Zora Neale Hurston, “Ethnographic Documentary Films” (1929) [12 min.]
9. Ida May Park, “Bread” (1918) [16 min.]

Check out Part 1 of the series HERE