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T. C. Christensen recording of Elaine Dart: not like other people, 1975

 Series — Multiple Containers
Identifier: MSS 9039 Series 2

Scope and Contents

Contents include a VHS videocassette and a sixteen millimeter film reel of the film "Elaine Dart: Not Like Other People." The film was directed by T.C. Christensen and produced by BYU Motion Picture Studio. The film is a documentary on the life of Elaine Dart's who dealt with cerebral palsy. Over time she learned to use her feet to accomplish such intricate tasks as threading a needle, stringing beads, and knitting. The film is thirteen minutes long and dated 1975.

Dates

  • Creation: 1975

Creator

Conditions Governing Access

Open for public research.

Conditions Governing Use

It is the responsibility of the researcher to obtain any necessary copyright clearances. Please direct any questions to Reference Services at specialcollections@byu.edu.

Biographical / Historical

From the Collection:

T.C. Christensen (born 1953) is a Mormon filmmaker in Utah.

He was born in 1953 and grew up in Layton, Utah. He studied filmmaking at Brigham Young University and at the University of Utah. He has made many films about the prophet Joseph Smith and has made many other films associated with Mormonism and the West.

Extent

1 videocassette

1 film box

Language of Materials

English

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