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THE ADULT AND THE CINEMA too dangerously on her mother — and how, in the end, she gained independence. Love Story signified how great love can be between man and woman. All these films, and many more have, in some small way, moulded my character. It is interesting to note that the latter is an English film, and does not embrace the usually fiery type of American romance. I could continue to list 'influential' films far into the night, but hope these I have mentioned will prove sufficient to your needs.
2. I must be honest in answering this question, although my reply is far from exciting. You see, I have never dreamt about any films at all. I sometimes wish I could! But very often I find myself (only in my dreams — unfortunately!) talking and mixing with film stars. Perhaps this personifies the impression movies make on some people? As I am sure they do. It would indeed be an empty world for me and many others if films were suddenly to disappear from the face of the earth.
Particulars you require — Age — 19. Sex — Female. Nationality — British. Profession — Shorthand Typist. Profession of Parents — Father — Office Clerk. Mother — Housewife — formerly Secretary.
8. Mrs
The University teacher's question was a very interesting one.
I have been going to the cinema since about 1930. With the help of the Picturegoer I have chosen the more or less worthwhile films but as yet they have failed to influence me in any way.
The Cinema has the power to influence the people. Of that one is sure. There are so many Betty Grables and Rita Hayworths trotting about.
The films could be a great influence for the good of mankind in future. The Camera is a powerful instrument of taste and could be the means of helping people to understand home and foreign affairs by showing us, how the people of the world live and under what conditions and so on.
During the war it is not necessary to show pictures of bombing and fighting. Most people can imagine the battles only too well. And many know the sound of bombs coming down. After the war, however, it would be a good thing for these photographs to be shown they could influence people who had not experienced war against starting another.
Films such as Love on the Dole could also help towards turning
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