Movie Magic: The Story of Special Effects in the CinemaBoth the photographic and mechanical element are emphasized in this discussion of the history of film special effects. |
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Acknowledgements | 9 |
After Sound | 47 |
The British Special Effects Men | 81 |
Copyright | |
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