331. The Chicago Picasso (51:26)

Date:
1967
Main contributors:
See Other Contributors
Summary:
Traces the story of the "Chicago Picasso." Relates the artist's original conception of the Chicago sculpture, the people and processes involved in the fabrication, and finally the construction of the statue by a steel erection company. Visits the first major exhibit of the Picasso sculpture.

333. The Constitution and censorship (28:52)

Date:
1957
Main contributors:
See Other Contributors
Summary:
Shows the relationship of the Constitution to the issue of prior restraint on freedom of expression. Presents the case of Burstyn v. Wilson challenging the constitutionality of New York State's film censorship system and Cantwell v. Connecticut involving questions of freedom of speech and religion. Discusses the questions pertaining to freedom of speech when multiplied via recordings or film, and how the claims of free expression can be weighed against claims for local, state, or federal protection.

334. The Contest For North America (30:12)

Date:
0000
Main contributors:
See Other Contributors
Summary:
Traces the eighteenth century struggle for control of North America. Discusses the English-French rivalry and the French defeat. Considers England's pause to consolidate her position before attacking Spain and the consequences of her delay. (KETC) Kinescope.

335. The County Jail: Introduction to Crime (29:20)

Date:
1959
Main contributors:
See Other Contributors
Summary:
Explores the history, role, and current status of county jails. Discusses the county jail population. Explains how minor offenders are influenced through the criminal education process occurring in jails. Describes the effect of this process on the community-at-large and indicates needed improvements. Presents a filmed interview with an inmate who relates his experiences in county jails. (WTTW) Kinescope and film.

337. The Eisenhower Years (22:04)

Date:
1963
Main contributors:
See Other Contributors
Summary:
Reviews significant events in Eisenhower's career as a soldier, his years as President, and his retirement. Pictures the inaugural ceremony in 1953 and depicts such events as the Supreme Court decision on integration, the McCarthy investigations, and various international crises. Stresses social and scientific changes, research, and the high levels of production and consumption.

339. The film makers : King Vidor (28:53)

Date:
1970
Main contributors:
See Other Contributors
Summary:
King Vidor, Hollywood director of The big parade, War and peace, Solomon and Sheba, and the silent film Our daily bread, recalls Hollywood landmarks of a bygone era and talks about his directing techniques. Includes some segments of his films.

340. The Food Crisis (58:45)

Date:
1966
Main contributors:
See Other Contributors
Summary:
Contrasts the areas of the world where there is an abundance of food with the areas where starvation is a way of life, and documents the pattern which has led to the lack of an adequate food supply. Reviews the history of the food crisis along with attempts at solutions. Covers areas including India, Libya, the Philippines, South America, Canada, Europe, and the United States.