1914 Movies & Cinema Events — Verified Historical Highlights
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- 02 Feb Charlie Chaplin's film debut in 'Making a Living': On February 2, 1914, Charlie Chaplin's first film, 'Making a Living,' was released. In this one-reel comedy short, Chaplin portrays a charming swindler who runs afoul of a news reporter and a Keystone Cop. The film was completed in three days at Keystone Studios in Los Angeles, California. source: en.wikipedia.org
- 07 Feb Charlie Chaplin's Tramp character debuts in 'Kid Auto Races at Venice': On February 7, 1914, Charlie Chaplin's iconic Tramp character made its first appearance in the film 'Kid Auto Races at Venice.' Although filmed earlier, 'Mabel's Strange Predicament' featuring the Tramp was released two days later. This marked the beginning of Chaplin's most memorable on-screen persona. source: cbsnews.com
- 04 Apr "The Perils of Pauline" Film Premiere in Los Angeles: "The Perils of Pauline," a 1914 American melodrama film serial starring Pearl White, premiered on March 23, 1914, at Loew's Broadway Theatre in New York City. The general release was approximately April 1, 1914. source: en.wikipedia.org
- 08 May Paramount Pictures Founded: Paramount Pictures was established in 1914 by W.W. Hodkinson as a film distributor, offering Adolph Zukor’s Famous Players Film Company, the Jesse L. Lasky Feature Play Company, and other producers an outlet for their movies. source: britannica.com
- 12 May Birth of Howard K. Smith, American Journalist: Howard K. Smith, an American journalist, radio reporter, television anchorman, political commentator, and film actor, was born on May 12, 1914, in Ferriday, Louisiana. He was one of the original members of the team of war correspondents known as the Murrow Boys. source: en.wikipedia.org
- 13 Jun First Film by Australasian Films: Australasian Films made cinematic history by releasing its first feature film, *The Shepherd of the Southern Cross*, a romantic drama starring Vera Pearce as a noblewoman entangled in a complex love triangle set in early 20th-century Australia.
- 30 Aug Julie Bishop: American Actress of Early 20th Century: Julie Bishop, born Jacqueline Brown on August 30, 1914, in Denver, Colorado, was an American film and television actress. She appeared in over 80 films between 1923 and 1957, often portraying leading ladies opposite prominent actors of the era. source: en.wikipedia.org
- 14 Sep Birth of Lída Baarová, Czech Actress: Lída Baarová, a notable Czech actress, was born on this date. She would go on to have a significant career in European cinema and become a prominent figure in Czech film history, living until the year 2000.
- 21 Dec First feature-length silent film comedy released: On December 21, 1914, 'Tillie's Punctured Romance' premiered, marking the first feature-length silent comedy film. Directed by Mack Sennett, it starred Marie Dressler, Mabel Normand, and Charlie Chaplin. The film was a significant milestone in cinematic history, running over an hour and showcasing the talents of its leading actresses. source: en.wikipedia.org
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