Changes in technology

Explore the changes in technology in production & distribution within the film industry. What issues have these changes brought to the industry?

• 1920s - sound was released. Before this, there was a 'golden age' of silent film which had narrative limitations. After this, sound and dialogue became a key component to the film making process which led to 'the talkies'. 
• 1939 - colour was introduced. This became a key element in which evoked emotion through colour - black and white films still can convey this and still to a modern day are released however the majority are in colour to portray significance. 
• 1940 - the green screen. It was called the ''travelling matte'' where actors could stand upon in order to have a different coloured background to which is available. It started off as the colour black and it has changed over time. Optical illusions are made with these for a much cheaper budget.
• 1950s and 60s - lightweight and portable equipment. Previous to this, Hollywood were known for big studios which contained heavy cameras and equipment. Since this revolution, film producers are able to ''explore'' more in terms of setting, action etc. Easier to get around more due to the portable technology. 
• 1907 (the dolly) and 1970s (the steadicam) - It would be difficult to find a movie without either of these, or both. Both are ways in which is more easier to capture the shots that are most effective for films. 
• 1970s - CGI (computer generated image) related back to the 70s due to the science-fiction films that were released at the time that included it. Improved over generations with the risen of technology adaptation. 
• 1990s - the internet. 
• 2009 - HD film - the Nikon D90 was the first ever DSLR camera that in which could film up to 24 frames per second with extreme high definition.