Movies Through The Decades by Trent McGregor https://padlet.com/mtt447376/5y9qakfvrmwdcpzr The History of Movies en-us 2021-10-28 16:05:26 UTC 2026-01-20 10:53:56 UTC hello@padlet.com 1900's : A Trip To The Moon mtt447376 https://padlet.com/mtt447376/5y9qakfvrmwdcpzr/wish/1878876952 This movie was released in 1902, this movie used effects to the best of their abilities which created a great sci-fi tale. Even though its age, it has still managed to make itself into a handful of parodies and homages. The movie is about a group of astronomers who travel to a moon in capsule shot up in a cannon like structure, they explore the surface of the moon and escape underground.

]]> 2021-11-09 16:48:30 UTC https://padlet.com/mtt447376/5y9qakfvrmwdcpzr/wish/1878876952 1910's : Intolerance: Love's Struggle Throughout The Ages mtt447376 https://padlet.com/mtt447376/5y9qakfvrmwdcpzr/wish/1878919645 This movie was released all the way back in 1916, this movie is a drama, this film pushed the narrative possibilities further than most films during this time period. The movie was almost 3 hours long. This movie is about a young woman separated from her husband and baby, tied with flashbacks of intolerant acts of history. Although the movie may not be enjoyable now, and time hasn't improved it at all, I think we can all agree that it really pushed the narrative of films during the time period and up until now.]]> 2021-11-09 17:03:39 UTC https://padlet.com/mtt447376/5y9qakfvrmwdcpzr/wish/1878919645 1920's : The Kid mtt447376 https://padlet.com/mtt447376/5y9qakfvrmwdcpzr/wish/1894706706 This movie was released all the way back in 1921, this movie is a drama mixed with a little bit of comedy. This movie took 5 and a half months to shoot which was extreme at the time. The Kid is a movie about a tramp who is trying to take care of a child while there are a bunch of obstacles in their way, it starred Charlie Chaplin as the main character.]]> 2021-11-16 17:00:55 UTC https://padlet.com/mtt447376/5y9qakfvrmwdcpzr/wish/1894706706 1950's : 12 Angry Men mtt447376 https://padlet.com/mtt447376/5y9qakfvrmwdcpzr/wish/1894740162 This movie dates all the way back in 1952, this movie includes a jury debating on whether a man is guilty or not, it is said that it was one of the most intense and finest performances of its time, this movie has claimed many awards for its wonderful acting and plot. 12 Angry Men is also a lesson that is taught within schools all across the world, this movie is a wonderful way to educate your students about the court system.]]> 2021-11-16 17:13:35 UTC https://padlet.com/mtt447376/5y9qakfvrmwdcpzr/wish/1894740162 1930's : Modern Time's mtt447376 https://padlet.com/mtt447376/5y9qakfvrmwdcpzr/wish/1894758253 This movie was released way back in 1936, staring Charlie Chaplin who continued to dominate the 30's, this film has gone down in history as one of the best movies for its age, it was a silent film along with a bunch of death defying comedic stunts which could never be recreated in the modern day, it is well known for its sets for scenes and more. It was really different during the time because people were mostly producing movies which included speaking, music, and just entirely sound, so it completely broke out of that box.]]> 2021-11-16 17:20:54 UTC https://padlet.com/mtt447376/5y9qakfvrmwdcpzr/wish/1894758253 1940's : It's A Wonderful Life mtt447376 https://padlet.com/mtt447376/5y9qakfvrmwdcpzr/wish/1894759763 This movie was released back in 1946, It's a Wonderful Life, has lasted longer than any film has. This Christmas film is a huge part of the holiday for some and blew up in popularity, and is still known by everyone today. It's a Wonderful Life has been in so many parodies, but the movie filled with desperation turned to hope is a universal message that is still as relevant today as ever it was before. Due to its current popularity to some, there is no doubt in my mind that this film will stay relevant in years to come.]]> 2021-11-16 17:21:30 UTC https://padlet.com/mtt447376/5y9qakfvrmwdcpzr/wish/1894759763 1960's : The Good The Bad And The Ugly mtt447376 https://padlet.com/mtt447376/5y9qakfvrmwdcpzr/wish/1906642195 This movie was released all the way back in 1966, The Good the Bad and the Ugly is the based in the western type days which shows Clint Eastwood return to the genre of movies to bring one of the best performances of his career. The film is famous for its finale which sees all three characters face off in a old western draw. Just like the majority of the movies on this timeline, this movie has been parodied many times and has influenced many popular action movies. Even though this movie was quite famous, it never got an Oscar for its great work.]]> 2021-11-22 17:23:18 UTC https://padlet.com/mtt447376/5y9qakfvrmwdcpzr/wish/1906642195 1970's : The Godfather mtt447376 https://padlet.com/mtt447376/5y9qakfvrmwdcpzr/wish/1906649843 This movie was released all the way back in the 1972's, you've probably heard of this film as The Godfather is one of the most influential movies of all time, and despite being over 3 long hours it has endured mainstream appeal. This story shows a reluctant son who takes over as the head of the Corleone crime family. This film is full with violence and brutality, but despite this, The Godfather marked the start of a trilogy and earned three Oscars.]]> 2021-11-22 17:27:08 UTC https://padlet.com/mtt447376/5y9qakfvrmwdcpzr/wish/1906649843 1980's : Star Wars: Episode V - The Empire Strikes Back mtt447376 https://padlet.com/mtt447376/5y9qakfvrmwdcpzr/wish/1906660447 This movie was released all the way back in 1921, although this isn't the original this is a very popular movie and continued the trilogy which we all know of, created three years after the original, This movie continues Luke Skywalker's story but this time it was darker and explored the mythology of Star Wars even further, and to top all of that off, it brings a shocking cliff-hanger ending that left everybody wanting more, which brought plenty of other movies. This movie is usually regarded as not only the best Star Wars movie but one of the all time great movies.]]> 2021-11-22 17:32:35 UTC https://padlet.com/mtt447376/5y9qakfvrmwdcpzr/wish/1906660447 1990's : The Shawshank Redemption mtt447376 https://padlet.com/mtt447376/5y9qakfvrmwdcpzr/wish/1906664013 This movie was released all the way back in 1994, The Shawshank Redemption is known by many people to be the greatest movie ever made, this movie tells the story of life behind bars, and two men trying to find redemption.
Despite its legacy, upon its release, Shawshake was an absolute flop at the box office and failed to make its production budget back. This film is filled with memorable moments and career-defying performances, people like to say this is Morgan Freeman's best performance. This film was nominated for 7 Oscars and inspires thousands of filmmakers.
]]> 2021-11-22 17:34:28 UTC https://padlet.com/mtt447376/5y9qakfvrmwdcpzr/wish/1906664013 2000's : Mamma Mia! mtt447376 https://padlet.com/mtt447376/5y9qakfvrmwdcpzr/wish/1908333145 This movie was released back in 2008, It's extremely hard to find somebody who has never heard of the movie, like come on, who hasn't heard one of the popular songs Mamma Mia! This movie is actually a musical comedy and was based on the theater show of which shared the same name from 1999. Mamma Mia! is a musical classic that has developed into a franchise and pop culture sensation. Some people say that Mamma Mia defines the feel-good genre, as its catchy songs are 100% going to have fans moving, dancing, and singing along. The plot of the story is a woman named Sophie is getting married on a fictional Greek island, but she invites three different men who might be her real father, Sophie and her mother also have to deal with the stress of a wedding, love, and the truth.

]]> 2021-11-23 13:02:49 UTC https://padlet.com/mtt447376/5y9qakfvrmwdcpzr/wish/1908333145 2010's : Mad Max : Fury Road mtt447376 https://padlet.com/mtt447376/5y9qakfvrmwdcpzr/wish/1908351800 This movie was released back in 2015, Max Max : Fury Road is an apocalyptic story set in the furthest reaches of our planet, living in a stark desert landscape where humanity is fragmented, almost everyone is crazed fighting for the necessities of life, within this world exists two rebels on the run who just might just be able to restore order on the world.]]> 2021-11-23 13:11:57 UTC https://padlet.com/mtt447376/5y9qakfvrmwdcpzr/wish/1908351800