1950 Movies

Directed by Shih Hui.

A German Film Award commended short documentary about bird life.

This educational film (not to be confused with the 1937 exploitation film of the same name, directed by Elmer Clifton) was produced in the 1950s by Sa...

Cartoon sponsored by the military aircraft manufacturer to explain the challenges of transonic and supersonic flight. The film begins with a brief his...

"From the top of a bus London is spread out for all to see"... A single subject Cinegazette, covering London's landmarks, areas, activities and person...

Experimental film by Jim Davis

GDR propaganda short promoting waste steel collection

1950 Jim Davis short

Civil Defense film that outlines steps to be taken to protect your home and family in case of a nuclear attack by the Russians (or Chinese, or whoever...

The adaptation is based on the 1902 play of the same name by J. M. Barrie.

Post-World War II film for young couples advising them of means to strengthen their marriages. Shows how two young couples have built lasting marriage...

Habit Patterns - Breaking bad teen habits. How to wash, care for yourself, prepare & dress for the day. Be nice, be social and organised. 1950s teen s...

Part of BFI collection "Worth the Risk?"

Cycling proficiency for children and the dangers of cyclists turning right are communicated by means of simple 2D cel animation, a necessarily cost ef...

A live action re-telling of the classic tale filmed in the woods as a part of the "World's Great Fairy Tales" series.

Women's gymnastics with piano accompaniment.

Amateur footage of activities and events at Raigmore Hospital near Inverness in the immediate post-war years, including shots of staff and patients, a...

A documentary created by the Jewish National Fund explores the challenges posed by threats from neighboring borders, malaria-carrying mosquitoes, and...

'Early Animations' is a compilation of short animated films created by Flora Kerrigan at the outset of her career. Playful techniques are employed to...