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Lights, camera, action! Most everyone is familiar with the terrifyingly realistic special effects in Jurassic Park, but how did motion pictures get their start? This title traces the history of the motion picture and highlights the technological developments that have wowed movie-going audiences for more than a century. Kids get an overview of the secrets behind some of the most extraordinary aspects of cinematography.
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