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Movie poster: Kodachrome Two-Color Test Shots No. III (1922)
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Kodachrome Two-Color Test Shots No. III

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1922 · 5 min Documentary
6.4 / 10 · TMDB

This two-color (green-blue and red) film was produced as a demonstration reel at the Paragon Studios in Fort Lee, New Jersey, under the direction of Kodak scientist John Capstaff. It features leading actresses, including Mae Murray, Hope Hampton, and Mary Eaton, posing and miming for the camera to showcase the capability of the complex Kodachrome process to capture their translucent movie star complexions and colorful, high-fashion clothing.

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Year 1922
Country United States of America
Genre Documentary
Director John G. Capstaff
Runtime 5 min.
Rating TMDB: 6.4/10 (17 votes)

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The film constructs its purpose purely as a visual showcase, relying on the contrast between the technical process and the living subjects. It explores the nascent capabilities of color film, framing each shot as both a test and a preserved moment of silent-era glamour.

What lingers after viewing is a quiet appreciation for this artifact of cinematic archaeology, a direct glimpse into the meticulous work that built the dreams of Hollywood. — MovieFinder Editorial

Director: John G. Capstaff

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Watch as a silent museum piece, focusing on the texture of fabrics and the quality of the early color palette.

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