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Chicago

The First Hollywood
2019-02-06 19:00:00 2019-02-06 20:00:00 America/Chicago Chicago Join film historian Annette Bochenek for a presentation about the film industry’s early days in Chicago, as she discusses Chicago's silent film studios, stars, and their legacies today. Fremont Public Library - Events Room, 2nd floor

Wednesday, February 06
7:00pm - 8:00pm

Add to Calendar 2019-02-06 19:00:00 2019-02-06 20:00:00 America/Chicago Chicago Join film historian Annette Bochenek for a presentation about the film industry’s early days in Chicago, as she discusses Chicago's silent film studios, stars, and their legacies today. Fremont Public Library - Events Room, 2nd floor

Fremont Public Library

Events Room, 2nd floor

Join film historian Annette Bochenek for a presentation about the film industry’s early days in Chicago, as she discusses Chicago's silent film studios, stars, and their legacies today.

Before the film industry moved West, it was firmly rooted in Chicago. Some of its key players included Charlie Chaplin, Gloria Swanson, “Broncho Billy” Anderson, and many more.

Join film historian Annette Bochenek for a presentation about the film industry’s early days in Chicago, as she discusses former silent film studios in Chicago, film stars who worked in Chicago, and the legacies of these studios and stars today.

The program will include a multimedia presentation consisting of photos, video clips, and captivating stories.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Registered Program |

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