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Short films

 Subject
Subject Source: Library of Congress Genre/Form Terms
Scope Note: Films that are usually limited to a running time of less than 40 minutes.

Found in 38 Collections and/or Records:

Families are forever / [MCA Corporate Films] ; [producers, Stephen B. Allen, John G. Kinnear, L. Jay Monk, William N. Burch], 1982

 Sub-Series — Reel 21: Series 2 [Barcode: 31087233634226]
Identifier: UA 5625 Series 2 Sub-Series 8
Scope and Contents

Film was released in 1982, and was produced by Brigham Young University Motion Picture Department. The story is of a family who is comforted by the idea that families can be together forever after a family member dies. Dated 1982.

Dates: 1982

Harvey Fletcher family papers

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: UA 5540
Scope and Contents

Contains materials gathered by Maureen Meyer Fletcher for her masters thesis in film, which featured Harvey Fletcher, Sr. Materials include film reels, VHS tapes, audiocassettes, betacams, and other biographical information of Harvey Fletcher Sr. such as publications, photos, letters, and awards. The collection also includes materials from other Fletcher family members. Dated approximately 1884-1982.

Dates: approximately 1884-1982

Follow me / [Brigham Young University] ; [producer, Wetzel Whitaker] ; [screenplay, Scott Whitaker], 1983

 Sub-Series — Reel 36: Series 2 [Barcode: 31197233634374]
Identifier: UA 5625 Series 2 Sub-Series 23
Scope and Contents

Film was released in 1962, and was produced by Brigham Young University Motion Picture Department. It depicts a Christian family who learns to love others. The collection has one copy of on a film reel made in 1983.

Dates: 1983

Harvest of a century, approximately 1970s

 Sub-Series — Reel 45: Series 2 [Barcode: 31197233634465]
Identifier: UA 5625 Series 2 Sub-Series 31
Scope and Contents

Film was released in the 1970s, and was produced by Brigham Young University as part of the University's centennial celebration. The film gives a history of the first 100 years of Brigham Young University's existence. The collection contains one copy on a film reel.

Dates: approximately 1970s

How near to the angels / Brigham Young University ; produced and directed by Wetzel O. Whitaker ; screen story, Scott Whitaker, 1956

 Sub-Series — Reel 48: Series 2 [Barcode: 31197233634499]
Identifier: UA 5625 Series 2 Sub-Series 34
Scope and Contents

Film was released in 1956, and was produced by Brigham Young University for the Young Women's Mutual Improvement Association program of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Dramatizes the problems faced by a young Mormon woman in choosing a husband, with emphasis on temple marriage. Depicts problem of peer pressure and the positive influence of a caring adviser. The collection contains one copy on a film reel. Dated 1985.

Dates: 1956

In one blinding moment / [Brigham Young University] ; [director, producer, writer, David Kent Jacobs], approximately 1970s

 Sub-Series — Multiple Containers
Identifier: UA 5625 Series 2 Sub-Series 27
Scope and Contents

Film was released in the 1970s, and was written, directed, and produced by David Kent Jacobs. The film is based on the true story of Max Ellerbusch who, after the loss of his son, is able to find forgiveness amidst his grief and pain. Two film reels are included in the collection.

Dates: approximately 1970s

Johnny Lingo / a Brigham Young University production ; produced and directed by Wetzel O. Whitaker ; [screenplay, Orma W. Wallengren], 1969

 Sub-Series — Reel 32: Series 2 [Barcode: 31197233634333]
Identifier: UA 5625 Series 2 Sub-Series 19
Scope and Contents

Film was released in 1969, and was produced by Brigham Young University for the Sunday School program of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The film depicts the importance of helping others realize their self-worth through the story is of a sea-trader named Johnny Lingo and his persuit of Mohanna as his wife. The collection contains one copy on a film reel. Dated 1969.

Dates: 1969

Joseph Smith : the man / [Brigham Young University] ; [director, producer, T.C. Christensen], 1980

 Sub-Series — Reel 37: Series 2 [Barcode: 31197233634382]
Identifier: UA 5625 Series 2 Sub-Series 24
Scope and Contents

Film was released in 1980, and was produced by Brigham Young University Motion Picture Department. The film depicts a elderly women sharing her great-grandfather's experiences with Joseph Smith to children. The collection has one copy on a film reel. Dated 1980.

Dates: 1980

Latter-day Saint leaders, past and present / Deseret Film Productions ; [produced by Frank S. Wise], 1970

 Sub-Series — Reel 24: Series 2 [Barcode: 31197233634259]
Identifier: UA 5625 Series 2 Sub-Series 11
Scope and Contents

Film was released in 1948 and rereleased in 1986. The film was produced by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The film focuses on short biographies of church leaders and members during the organization of the church up until 1948. The collection has one copy of the film on a film reel. Dated 1970.

Dates: 1970

Look to God and live, approximately 1972

 Sub-Series — Reel 47: Series 2 [Barcode: 31197233634481]
Identifier: UA 5625 Series 2 Sub-Series 33
Scope and Contents

Film was released in the early the early 1970s, and was produced by Brigham Young University Production Studio. The collection contains one copy on a film reel.

Dates: approximately 1972