Ephemeral Films

Ephemeral films are non-fiction films usually made for educational, industrial, or promotional purposes. The two classic ephemeral film collections found on the Archive are the Prelinger Archives and AV Geeks.

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A/V Geeks

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Septic System: Hillside Installation

Feb 5, 2016 02/16

by E.J. Clark Films.

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Discusses tips for preparation and installation when constructing hill-side septic systems. Narrator, Judith B. Cameron ; musical score, Michael Sullivan.
( 1 reviews )
Topic: septic tanks

A/V Geeks

1,878 1.9K

Human And Animal Beginnings

Mar 10, 2013 03/13

by EC Brown

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Presents in simple fashion the basic concepts of the family and reproduction. This film can be purchased on DVD and higher quality versions of the film can be purchased for stock footage purposes. Contact footage@avgeeks.com for more information
( 1 reviews )

A/V Geeks

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5000 Dumps

Sep 14, 2015 09/15

by EPA, Stuart Finley

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About the EPA's push to convert the country's garbage dumps into sanitary landfills. While showing some success stories the film features an unflattering view of Raleigh NC - home of A/V Geeks - among other places across the United States. We digitized and uploaded this film from the A/V Geeks Archives. Email us at footage@avgeeks.com if you have questions about the footage and are interested in using it in your project.
( 1 reviews )
Topics: landfill, garbage, environment

A/V Geeks

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Heart And Circulation

Feb 5, 2017 02/17

by ERPI

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Uses animated drawings to show how the heart and blood vessels circulate blood throughout the body. Includes microscopic scenes of capillary action and discusses blood pressure and its relation to health. We digitized and uploaded this film from the A/V Geeks 16mm Archive. Email us at footage@avgeeks.com if you have questions about the footage and are interested in using it in your project.
( 1 reviews )
Topic: to come

A/V Geeks

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Food Doesn't Fly - Lunchroom Manners

Feb 14, 2013 02/13

by Educational Communications, Inc

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Children of the fourth grade take you through a typical lunch period - from washing hands to putting garbage in the trash barrel. Has very lame puppets hosting this film. No negative beha This film can be purchased on DVD and higher quality versions of the film can be purchased for stock footage purposes. Contact footage@avgeeks.com for more informationvior is portrayed, so this film is a tad dry.
( 1 reviews )

A/V Geeks

1,493 1.5K

Million To One, A

Dec 19, 2012 12/12

by Educational Development Center

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Shows a flea pulling a massive dry ice puck, thus demonstrating the small force needed to move a nearly frictionless body. Includes a short excerpt from the film 'INERTIA' which describes the dry ice puck. This film can be purchased on DVD and higher quality versions of the film can be purchased for stock footage purposes. Contact footage@avgeeks.com for more information

A/V Geeks

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Animal Cunning

Dec 4, 2015 12/15

by Educational Pictures, Twentieth Century Fox

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Looks at animals craftiness in the "wild". We digitized and uploaded this film from the A/V Geeks Archives. Email us at footage@avgeeks.com if you have questions about the footage and are interested in using it in your project.
( 1 reviews )
Topic: animals

A/V Geeks

2,715 2.7K

Frames Of Reference

Jul 8, 2014 07/14

by Educational Services Incorporated

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Uses experiments to show the changes in the appearance of motion as viewed from frames of reference moving relative to one another. Demonstrates how Newton's law of motion can only be applied to inert and accelerated frames of reference when one applies "fictitious" forces to compensate. This film can be purchased on DVD and higher quality versions of the film can be purchased for stock footage purposes. Contact footage@avgeeks.com for more information
( 1 reviews )
Topics: science, physics, relativity

A/V Geeks

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Lintola : addition with carrying.

Jan 31, 2016 01/16

by Encyclopaedia Britannia Educational Corp

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Tells a story which introduces two-digit addition problems, particularly problems which require regrouping.
( 1 reviews )
Topics: Addition -- Juvenile films, Addition.

A/V Geeks

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Safety On The Street (2nd ed)

Dec 29, 2015 12/15

by Encyclopaedia Britannica

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Points out the correct way of crossing the street and how policemen, safety patrol members, traffic lights and stop signs aid the pedestrian.
( 1 reviews )
Topic: safety

A/V Geeks

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Glass From the Old to the New Through Research

Mar 17, 2017 03/17

by Encyclopaedia Britannica Educational Corporation.

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Techniques of glass manufacturing and modern product development; major types of glass. We digitized and uploaded this film from the A/V Geeks 16mm Archive. Email us at footage@avgeeks.com if you have questions about the footage and are interested in using it in your project.
( 1 reviews )
Topics: glass, manufacturing

A/V Geeks

1,362 1.4K

Health: The dirt witch cleans up!

Feb 1, 2016 02/16

by Encyclopaedia Britannica Educational Corporation.

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Introduces the unclean ways of the dirt witch in order to encourage children to enjoy bathing and to develop regular routines of washing the hands, face, body, and hair. For elementary grades.
( 1 reviews )
Topics: Hygiene -- Juvenile films, Children -- Health and hygiene -- Juvenile films, Cleanliness, Health,...

A/V Geeks

1,177 1.2K

House Fly, The

Feb 25, 2013 02/13

by Encyclopaedia Britannica Films

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Uses micro-photography and magnification to portray the habits and life history of the common housefly and the ways in which it is a menace to health. Traces physical development from egg-laying through larval and pupal stages to the emergence of the young fly. Magnified views reveal biological structure and methods of carrying and spreading disease germs. Suggests practical control methods.
( 1 reviews )

A/V Geeks

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Eggs. [Motion picture]

Dec 29, 2015 12/15

by Encyclopaedia Britannica Films, inc

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The story of egg production on a large, commercial egg farm. Emphasizes the care given to hens in clean and scientifically-regulated laying houses. Describes the gathering of eggs from open nests and trap nests. Explains the purpose of the cooling room, candling machine, electric egg cleaner, grading machine track, and shipping cases. Views of some of the top comics of the 1920's, including Charlie Chase, Monty Banks, Fatty Arbuckle, Larry Semon, Andy Clyde, and others.
( 2 reviews )
Topics: Eggs, Eggs

A/V Geeks

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Fundamentals Of DIet

Dec 29, 2015 12/15

by Encyclopaedia Britannica Films, inc.

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Describes the basic types of foods needed in daily diet and explains the contribution made by each type of food to bodybuilding. Depicts examples of controlled experimental feeding. For intermediate grades, high school and adult groups.
( 1 reviews )
Topics: diet, nutrition

A/V Geeks

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Chaucer's England

Nov 1, 2015 11/15

by Encyclopedia Britannica

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Follows Chaucer's pilgrims on their way to Canterbury, telling stories as they ride. Shows some background scenery taken in England. Presents a dramatization of the 'PARDONER'S TALE.'. We digitized and uploaded this film from the A/V Geeks Archives. Email us at footage@avgeeks.com if you have questions about the footage and are interested in using it in your project.
( 1 reviews )
Topics: chaucer, pardoner's tale, english literature

A/V Geeks

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Soviet Challenge - The Industrial Revolution In Russia

Feb 6, 2017 02/17

by Encyclopedia Britannica

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Reports on two phases of the Russian Industrial Revolution--the development of heavy industry and the attempts to collectivize the farmland. Considers how the industrial plan affects all phases of Russian life and examines the Soviet challenge to the free world. We digitized and uploaded this film from the A/V Geeks 16mm Archive. Email us at footage@avgeeks.com if you have questions about the footage and are interested in using it in your project.
( 1 reviews )
Topics: Soviet Union, USSR, industry

A/V Geeks

1,742 1.7K

Forest Conservation

Jul 25, 2013 07/13

by Encyclopedia Britannica

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Calls attention to the many ways in which man has depleted the forest by greedy and ignorant exploitation for his own gain. Forecasts the dire results of this exploitation if it is continued. Suggests what is being done, and must continue to be done, in order to save the forest and its vast resources. This film can be purchased on DVD and higher quality versions of the film can be purchased for stock footage purposes. Contact footage@avgeeks.com for more information
( 2 reviews )

A/V Geeks

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Fireman, The

Feb 25, 2013 02/13

by Encyclopedia Britannica

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Shows how firemen work, describes their equipment in action. Care of equipment, drills, testing of trucks, hose, ladders, and life saving devices are illustrated. A real fire is shown with firemen answering the alarm and extinguishing the blaze. This film can be purchased on DVD and higher quality versions of the film can be purchased for stock footage purposes. Contact footage@avgeeks.com for more information.
( 1 reviews )

A/V Geeks

1,183 1.2K

Policeman, The

Feb 25, 2013 02/13

by Encyclopedia Britannica

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Follows a policeman on his regular day's work. Explains use of two-way radio communication. This film can be purchased on DVD and higher quality versions of the film can be purchased for stock footage purposes. Contact footage@avgeeks.com for more information
( 3 reviews )

A/V Geeks

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The Skeleton

Dec 4, 2015 12/15

by Encyclopedia Britannica

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Animated sequences are used in presenting a discussion of the development and functions of various bones which form the human body and explaining how food and exercise influence the growth and strength of bones. We digitized and uploaded this film from the A/V Geeks Archives. Email us at footage@avgeeks.com if you have questions about the footage and are interested in using it in your project.
( 1 reviews )
Topics: skeleton, human body

A/V Geeks

1,406 1.4K

First men into space--solving the space survival problems

Feb 14, 2013 02/13

by Encyclopedia Britannica

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Uses newsreel shots, animation, and photographs in presenting the problem of survival for the first manned space rockets. Great animation. Low oxygen soldier studies. Mercury footage. This film can be purchased on DVD and higher quality versions of the film can be purchased for stock footage purposes. Contact footage@avgeeks.com for more information
( 1 reviews )

A/V Geeks

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Health In Our Community

Jan 1, 2013 01/13

by Encyclopedia Britannica

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Dramatizes the work of the Department of Health in dealing with unsanitary living conditions, accidents, contagious disease and the danger of contaminated foods. Stresses the teamwork between public health personnel and private medical doctors. This film can be purchased on DVD and higher quality versions of the film can be purchased for stock footage purposes. Contact footage@avgeeks.com for more information.
( 1 reviews )

A/V Geeks

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Earth Satellites: Explorers of Outer Space

Feb 12, 2013 02/13

by Encyclopedia Britannica

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Illustrates the basic principles of space exploration with earth satellites and discusses the present and future uses of such exploration. Live photography and animated drawings show the launching and orbiting of the explorer and vanguard satellites, the structure of the atmosphere, the physical laws governing orbiting satellites and the nature of outer space. This film can be purchased on DVD and higher quality versions of the film can be purchased for stock footage purposes. Contact...
( 2 reviews )

A/V Geeks

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Flowers At Work

Jul 25, 2013 07/13

by Encyclopedia Britannica

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Uses animation and time-lapse photography in describing cross-pollination, self-pollination and fertilization. Discusses special pollination devices and describes the part played by insects. This film can be purchased on DVD and higher quality versions of the film can be purchased for stock footage purposes. Contact footage@avgeeks.com for more information
( 1 reviews )

A/V Geeks

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Fundamentals Of Acoustics

Dec 14, 2015 12/15

by Encyclopedia Britannica

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Compares sound waves with water waves, provides examples of echoes and explains how they affect acoustics indoors, demonstrates effects of different wall surfaces upon the reflection of sounds, portrays the mechanics of our hearing process, dramatizes the range of the human voice, reveals the effects of eliminating certain vibrational frequencies, and identifies ultrasonics. We digitized and uploaded this film from the A/V Geeks Archives. Email us at footage@avgeeks.com if you have questions...
( 1 reviews )
Topic: acoustics

A/V Geeks

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Baby Meets His Parents

Feb 11, 2013 02/13

by Encyclopedia Britannica

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Explains how the developing personality of the child is influenced by the manner in which his parents provide for his basic needs and prepare him for social living. This film can be purchased on DVD and higher quality versions of the film can be purchased for stock footage purposes. Contact footage@avgeeks.com for more information.
( 1 reviews )

A/V Geeks

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Seashore Life

Mar 6, 2013 03/13

by Encyclopedia Britannica

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Portrays life on three kinds of seashores--the sandy beach, the rock pool and the mud flat. Shows the adaptations seashore animals make to their special environments. This film can be purchased on DVD and higher quality versions of the film can be purchased for stock footage purposes. Contact footage@avgeeks.com for more information
( 1 reviews )

A/V Geeks

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Norwegian Children - Farming On A Fjord

Sep 16, 2016 09/16

by Encyclopedia Britannica

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Shows a boy and girl and their mother on summer pasture lands in the hills above the fjord. Stresses the children's responsibility and independence and their part in family life. We digitized and uploaded this film from the A/V Geeks 16mm Archive. Email us at footage@avgeeks.com if you have questions about the footage and are interested in using it in your project.
( 1 reviews )
Topic: Norway

A/V Geeks

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Getting The Facts

Mar 6, 2013 03/13

by Encyclopedia Britannica

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Demonstrates that people must be well-informed in order to make intelligent decisions. Explores the role of newspapers, radio, television, libraries and other channels which provide information to the public. This film can be purchased on DVD and higher quality versions of the film can be purchased for stock footage purposes. Contact footage@avgeeks.com for more information
( 1 reviews )

A/V Geeks

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Gasoline Age: History Of Transportation Part II

May 11, 2017 05/17

by Encyclopedia Britannica

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Describes some changes that have taken place in transportation since the coming of the automobile--the growth and decline of railroads, the tremendous expansion of the highway system and the growing use of air transportation.
( 1 reviews )
Topic: transportation

A/V Geeks

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Your Friend The Soil - Keep It Or Lose It

Jul 25, 2013 07/13

by Encyclopedia Britannica

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An animated cartoon story dramatizes the relationship between soil and food resources. This film can be purchased on DVD and higher quality versions of the film can be purchased for stock footage purposes. Contact footage@avgeeks.com for more information
( 1 reviews )

A/V Geeks

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Your Friend The Water - Clean Or Dirty

Jul 25, 2013 07/13

by Encyclopedia Britannica

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An animated cartoon of a little boy who learns the factors behind a good supply of pure water, as well as the conditions which produce dirty, polluted water. This film can be purchased on DVD and higher quality versions of the film can be purchased for stock footage purposes. Contact footage@avgeeks.com for more information
( 2 reviews )

A/V Geeks

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Poland And The Soviet Power: Background To Recent History

May 11, 2017 05/17

by Encyclopedia Britannica

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Provides a documentary report on the political dilemma of Poland--suspended between East and West and Allied with the Soviet Union. Reviews changes in Poland since the Nazi invasion in 1939. We digitized and uploaded this film from the A/V Geeks 16mm Archive. Email us at footage@avgeeks.com if you have questions about the footage and are interested in using it in your project.
( 2 reviews )
Topics: Poland, USSR

A/V Geeks

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Steam Age - History Of Transportation--Part I

Jun 28, 2017 06/17

by Encyclopedia Britannica

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Describes the swift development of transportation in the United States from the time of the Indians to the coming of the automobile. Utilizes historical reenactments and unusual prints. We digitized and uploaded this film from the A/V Geeks 16mm Archive. Email us at footage@avgeeks.com if you have questions about the footage and are interested in using it in your project.
( 2 reviews )
Topic: transportation

A/V Geeks

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Ocean Voyage

Jan 8, 2017 01/17

by Encyclopedia Britannica

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An apprentice officer describes life aboard the S S Olympia, including activities on the bridge and in the passengers' and crew's quarters, galleys, engine room and dining rooms. The use of radar is illustrated. Email us at footage@avgeeks.com if you have questions about the footage and are interested in using it in your project.
Topics: ocean, transportation, ship

A/V Geeks

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Scientific Method

Nov 30, 2015 11/15

by Encyclopedia Britannica

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Explains the elements of the scientific method of problem solving, and the way this method is applied by scientists. Discusses the value of scientific thinking in dealing with problems of eveyday life. Features the discovery of penicillin by Sir Alexander Fleming and the work of Louis Pasteur as illustrations of contributions of scientific thinking to modern knowledge. We digitized and uploaded this film from the A/V Geeks Archives. Email us at footage@avgeeks.com if you have questions about...
( 1 reviews )
Topic: science

A/V Geeks

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Pride the Saddle Horse (2ed)

Aug 16, 2011 08/11

by Encyclopedia Britannica

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Illustrates various roles of the horse in modern life, and traces the development and training of a colt until he becomes a prize saddle horse at three years of age. To license this film and get a higher quality version for broadcast/film purposes, contact A/V Geeks LLC .
( 1 reviews )

A/V Geeks

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Foods And Nutrition

Sep 16, 2016 09/16

by Encyclopedia Britannica

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PRESENTS A STUDY OF THE METABOLIC PROCESSES SHOWING THE DISTRIBUTION OF CARBOHYDRATES, FATS, PROTEINS, MINERALS & VITAMINS THROUGH THE BODY. We digitized and uploaded this film from the A/V Geeks 16mm Archive. Email us at footage@avgeeks.com if you have questions about the footage and are interested in using it in your project.
( 1 reviews )
Topics: food, nutrition

A/V Geeks

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Airplane Trip By Jet, An

Aug 18, 2012 08/12

by Encyclopedia Britannica

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Depicts jet airplane flight of a boy and girl (and their dog) from New York to San Francisco. Shows many of the activities performed by airline personnel before takeoff and during flight explains the function of some of the equipment they use. Includes view of airplane on its cross-country trip. Help us get more films like this online! This film was digitized and uploaded thanks to contributions from this project: www.indiegogo.com/avgeeks100miles
( 2 reviews )

A/V Geeks

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Pompeii And Vesuvius

Mar 19, 2013 03/13

by Encyclopedia Britannica

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Pictures an actual eruption of Mt Vesuvius and the ruins of the city of Pompeii destroyed in 79 A D. Shows life in present-day Naples. This film can be purchased on DVD and higher quality versions of the film can be purchased for stock footage purposes. Contact footage@avgeeks.com for more information
( 1 reviews )

A/V Geeks

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Introduction To Biology

Jul 25, 2013 07/13

by Encyclopedia Britannica

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Presents an overview of the field of biology for prospective and beginning pupils. Discusses botany and zoology as the two major areas, uses animation to show some of the fundamentals of how plants and animals live and applies biology to everyday life. This film can be purchased on DVD and higher quality versions of the film can be purchased for stock footage purposes. Contact footage@avgeeks.com for more information
( 1 reviews )

A/V Geeks

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Making Yourself Understood: An Introduction To Communications

Mar 15, 2013 03/13

by Encyclopedia Britannica

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EXPLAINS THAT IN COMMUNICATION THERE ARE 5 ELEMENTS TO BE EXPRESSED: WHO,WHAT, TO WHOM, HOW & WHAT EFFECT. POINTS OUT THE NEED FOR MUTUAL UNDERSTANDING ON THE PART OF THE SPEAKER & HIS AUDIENCE. This film can be purchased on DVD and higher quality versions of the film can be purchased for stock footage purposes. Contact footage@avgeeks.com for more information
( 1 reviews )

A/V Geeks

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Our Post Office

Mar 17, 2013 03/13

by Encyclopedia Britannica

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We see Susan and Jimmy sending to a mail order catalog for a gift for mom. Highlights everyday activities in a city post office. This film can be purchased on DVD and higher quality versions of the film can be purchased for stock footage purposes. Contact footage@avgeeks.com for more information
( 1 reviews )

A/V Geeks

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Pakistan

Mar 18, 2013 03/13

by Encyclopedia Britannica

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Presents an overview of Pakistan--its geographic and climatic features, its methods of agricultural and industrial production, and its modes of travel.
( 1 reviews )

A/V Geeks

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The Blood 1961

Feb 5, 2017 02/17

by Encyclopedia Britannica

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Summarizes the function of the blood in supporting the work of other cells, pictures how it circulates through the body, and breaks it down into its component parts. Features the laboratory technique of centrifuging, making a blood smear, blood-typing, and counting and determining the Rh factor. Uses animation and microcinematography to explain the circulatory systems and their parts. Presents blood clotting and the structures that are involved, stressing both beneficial and harmful effects...
( 1 reviews )
Topics: blood, circulatory system

A/V Geeks

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Southeastern States

Feb 7, 2017 02/17

by Encyclopedia Britannica

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Combines live photography with animated maps to show geographical features, population trends and the interdependence of the southeast with other regions. We digitized and uploaded this film from the A/V Geeks 16mm Archive. Email us at footage@avgeeks.com if you have questions about the footage and are interested in using it in your project.
( 1 reviews )
Topics: United States, geography

A/V Geeks

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Life Of A Plant

Jul 25, 2013 07/13

by Encyclopedia Britannica

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Beautiful animation of particles and plants. Time-lapse of seeds growing.
( 1 reviews )

A/V Geeks

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Elephant Baby

Nov 30, 2015 11/15

by Encyclopedia Britannica

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The story of a baby elephant from his first day in the jungle, through many weeks of training, to the day he joins a working force of elephants in a teakwood lumber camp. Filmed in Mysore, India. We digitized and uploaded this film from the A/V Geeks Archives. Email us at footage@avgeeks.com if you have questions about the footage and are interested in using it in your project.
( 1 reviews )
Topic: elephant

A/V Geeks

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Animal Homes

Dec 19, 2012 12/12

by Encyclopedia Britannica

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Shows that while most wild animals live in the woods and fields, different animals choose different places to build their homes. We see a squirrel's home in a tree, a colony of ants in an old log, a robin's nest, an anthill, a fox den, a skunk's den, a nest of a goose, a raccoon's home in a tree, and a nest of a mouse. This film can be purchased on DVD and higher quality versions of the film can be purchased for stock footage purposes. Contact footage@avgeeks.com for more information.
( 1 reviews )

A/V Geeks

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Jamestown - First English Settlement In America

May 25, 2015 05/15

by Encyclopedia Britannica

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Pictures the struggle between the aspirations of the colonists for self-government and the need for a strong central government. Describes the creation of the first legislative body in the New World. Reveals the role of tobacco in the colony's economy. This film can be purchased on DVD and higher quality versions of the film can be purchased for stock footage purposes. Contact footage@avgeeks.com for more information
( 1 reviews )
Topics: jamestown, colony, american history

A/V Geeks

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Safety Adventures Out Of Doors

Nov 30, 2015 11/15

by Encyclopedia Britannica

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Explains that in order to have a really good time out of doors it is important to know how to play safely while swimming, boating, camping out, and playing on playgrounds. Gives examples of good safety habits and stresses important points through the use of rhymed slogans. To license this film and get a higher quality version for broadcast/film purposes, contact A/V Geeks LLC .
( 2 reviews )
Topic: safety

A/V Geeks

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Listening To Good Music: The String Quartet

Mar 14, 2013 03/13

by Encyclopedia Britannica

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The members of the Fine Arts Quartet illustrate the basic musical nature of the string quartet. The range and distinctive tone quality of each instrument are demonstrated. The four voices combine to show how they can create many moods and develop a theme. Each instrument of the quartet is shown in close-up and its maker identified. This film can be purchased on DVD and higher quality versions of the film can be purchased for stock footage purposes. Contact footage@avgeeks.com for more...
( 2 reviews )

A/V Geeks

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Norwegian Children - Farming On A Fjord

Oct 5, 2016 10/16

by Encyclopedia Britannica

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A/V Geeks

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People of Mexico

Sep 16, 2016 09/16

by Encyclopedia Britannica

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Scenes of the people of Mexico, showing their culture, customs, games, religious festivals, national celebrations and leisure-time activities. We digitized and uploaded this film from the A/V Geeks 16mm Archive. Email us at footage@avgeeks.com if you have questions about the footage and are interested in using it in your project.
( 1 reviews )
Topic: Mexico

A/V Geeks

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Why Vandalism?

Dec 4, 2015 12/15

by Encyclopedia Britannica

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A story about three young boys who destroy a classroom is used in discussing factors which lead youngsters into destructive acts and in showing various ways of reducing vandalism. Describes the role of the family, community, school, and church in building moral and social responsibility in the youth of today; explains how young people can help combat vandalism by channeling their energies into community-sponsored activities. We digitized and uploaded this film from the A/V Geeks Archives....
( 1 reviews )
Topic: vandalism

A/V Geeks

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Your Friend The Forest - Save It Or Destroy It

Jul 25, 2013 07/13

by Encyclopedia Britannica

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An animated cartoon story demonstrates the importance of preventing forest fires. This film can be purchased on DVD and higher quality versions of the film can be purchased for stock footage purposes. Contact footage@avgeeks.com for more information
( 2 reviews )

A/V Geeks

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Let's Go To The Circus

Jan 1, 2013 01/13

by Encyclopedia Britannica

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From ringside seats at the circus, children see aerial ballerinas, acrobats, clowns, horses and elephants. This film can be purchased on DVD and higher quality versions of the film can be purchased for stock footage purposes. Contact footage@avgeeks.com for more information.
( 1 reviews )

A/V Geeks

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Presidential Elections

Mar 19, 2013 03/13

by Encyclopedia Britannica

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title missing. Describes the process of electing a President of the United States. Analyzes the structure and strategy of campaign organizations and the major political moves involved in the This film can be purchased on DVD and higher quality versions of the film can be purchased for stock footage purposes. Contact footage@avgeeks.com for more information nomination and election of a president.
( 2 reviews )

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India: Introduction To Its History

Jan 8, 2017 01/17

by Encyclopedia Britannica

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Describes the nature and impact of major religions in India, artistic monuments and contributions of each dynasty and cultural development of the people in different regions of the vast subcontinent. We digitized and uploaded this film from the A/V Geeks 16mm Archive. Email us at footage@avgeeks.com if you have questions about the footage and are interested in using it in your project.
( 1 reviews )
Topics: India, world history

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Library Story, The

Mar 15, 2013 03/13

by Encyclopedia Britannica

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Describes the regular and special services of the library, pointing out the reference, children's, art, music, periodical and microfilm sections. Shows the use of the card catalog and other research tools. This film can be purchased on DVD and higher quality versions of the film can be purchased for stock footage purposes. Contact footage@avgeeks.com for more information
( 1 reviews )

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Learning About Leaves

Jul 25, 2013 07/13

by Encyclopedia Britannica

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Time lapse photography, animation and closeups explain how leaves are important to plants, animals and man. This film can be purchased on DVD and higher quality versions of the film can be purchased for stock footage purposes. Contact footage@avgeeks.com for more information
( 2 reviews )

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Our Weather

Jan 12, 2011 01/11

by Encyclopedia Britannica Films

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Shows how weather affects our lives, what causes the weather and how weather conditions are measured and forecast. To license this film and get a higher quality version for broadcast/film purposes, contact A/V Geeks LLC .
Topic: weather

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Personality And Emotions

Mar 18, 2013 03/13

by Encyclopedia Britannica Films

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Presents the various emotions that are exhibited by children at different ages. Suggests recognizing emotions for what they are and using them to build happier and richer personalities. great shot of babies and kids fighting. This film can be purchased on DVD and higher quality versions of the film can be purchased for stock footage purposes. Contact footage@avgeeks.com for more information
( 1 reviews )

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Goldfinch Family

Mar 6, 2013 03/13

by Encyclopedia Britannica,

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Provides a view of the family life of goldfinches, their eating habits, special way of building a nest and methods of feeding and caring for their young. This film can be purchased on DVD and higher quality versions of the film can be purchased for stock footage purposes. Contact footage@avgeeks.com for more information.
( 1 reviews )

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Getting Along With Parents

Mar 6, 2013 03/13

by Encyclopedia Britannica,

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Shows the conflict between six teen-agers and their respective parents in a situation designed to provoke discussion. Emphasizes that each generation must recognize the other's differences in upbringing, thinking and feeling and be willing to compromise. This film can be purchased on DVD and higher quality versions of the film can be purchased for stock footage purposes. Contact footage@avgeeks.com for more information
( 2 reviews )

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Mexican Boy - The Story Of Pablo

Oct 31, 2015 10/15

by Encyclopedia Britannica,

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A little Mexican boy tells how he worked to make a wish come true and then finds he must choose between having his wish and seeing his family happy. Pablo's story is told in the colorful surrounds of the mountain village where he lives. Tells of Pablo and his family who live in a small mountain village in Mexico. Pictures a one-room adobe house, school and church, market place and farm. To license this film and get a higher quality version for broadcast/film purposes, contact A/V Geeks LLC .
( 1 reviews )
Topic: mexico

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Keeping The Hair Clean

Mar 12, 2013 03/13

by Encyclopedia Britannica,

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Silent. Charles and Eleanor wash their hair. Eleanor also washes her brushes and combs. This film can be purchased on DVD and higher quality versions of the film can be purchased for stock footage purposes. Contact footage@avgeeks.com for more information
( 1 reviews )

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Keeping Clean And Neat

Sep 16, 2016 09/16

by Encyclopedia Britannica,

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Children in an eighth grade learn the value of making a good appearance. Illustrates practical step-by-step routines for personal grooming and care of clothing. We digitized and uploaded this film from the A/V Geeks 16mm Archive. Email us at footage@avgeeks.com if you have questions about the footage and are interested in using it in your project.
( 1 reviews )
Topics: hygiene, cleanliness

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Mother Cat And Her Baby Skunks

Mar 15, 2013 03/13

by Encyclopedia Britannica,

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The story of a mother cat and three orphaned baby skunks which she rescues and raises with her own kittens. This film can be purchased on DVD and higher quality versions of the film can be purchased for stock footage purposes. Contact footage@avgeeks.com for more information
( 1 reviews )

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Life In Old Louisana

Jun 21, 2010 06/10

by Encyclopedia Britannica, ERPI

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Depicts the culture of old Louisiana, including such aspects as slavery on cotton and cane plantations, the prevailing French language, Mississippi River trade, education, religion and music. To license this film and get a higher quality version for broadcast/film purposes, contact A/V Geeks LLC .
( 3 reviews )
Topics: Louisiana, Mississippi River

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ERDA Transportation Safeguards

May 25, 2015 05/15

by Energy Research and Development Administration

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Transporting nuclear fuel can be problematic in a world where terrorists could use the fuel for a bomb. This film was shown to law enforcement officials across the U.S. to enlist their help with fuel transports.
( 1 reviews )
Topics: nuclear materials, security

A/V Geeks

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White Unto The Harvest

Feb 4, 2016 02/16

by Episcopal Diocese of Virginia

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A plea for the Virgina Episcopal Diocesan fund for building new church buildings. We digitized and uploaded this film from the A/V Geeks Archives. Email us at footage@avgeeks.com if you have questions about the footage and are interested in using it in your project.
( 1 reviews )
Topic: Episcopal Church

A/V Geeks

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German Farm Town

Nov 2, 2015 11/15

by Ernest Kleinberg Films

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Portrays life of a farm family in a German village near the market town of Nordlingen. We digitized and uploaded this film from the A/V Geeks Archives. Email us at footage@avgeeks.com if you have questions about the footage and are interested in using it in your project.
( 1 reviews )
Topic: Germany

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Hardware Wars

Jan 31, 2016 01/16

by Ernie Fosselius; Michael Wiese; Michael Wiese Productions.

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A spoof of the space epic, Star Wars, created with special effects made from household appliances available in any hardware store. Cinematography, John Fante, Michael Wiese ; narration, Paul Frees. written and directed by Ernie Fosselius ; produced by Michael Wiese and Ernie Fosselius.
( 3 reviews )
Topics: Comedy films, Star wars (Motion picture) -- Parodies, imitations, etc, Short films, Star wars...

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