11. Designing a set (10:10)

Date:
1951
Summary:
Describes each step in planning and designing a stage set. Shows how the realization of the set emerges from rough sketches and a scaled model.

12. Directing a play (11:21)

Date:
1951
Summary:
Introduces problems which arise in the presentation of a play and shows how the director solves them.

13. Family portrait (25:02)

Date:
1951
Summary:
Documents some of the characteristics of Britain from which the Festival of Britain drew its inspiration. Presents a kaleidoscopic view of Britain and her people, emphasizing how the deeply rooted traditions are constantly being adapted to meet the changing circumstances of the twentieth-century life. Many of the scenes are from Greenwich, England.

14. From Renoir to Picasso (31:26)

Date:
1951
Summary:
Presents several artists' works in the schools of sensualism, intellectualism, and emotionalism and describes the characteristics of Renoir's, Seurat's, and Picasso's styles of painting as representative of these respective schools. Shows Picasso and Renoir at work in their later life.

15. Frustration and fixation (19:04)

Date:
1951
Summary:
Documents Maier's thesis that frustration leads to fixation and other bizarre symptoms. Shows a modified Lashley jumping apparatus and describes the process of teaching rats to jump. Portrays the successful solution of a soluble problem, and typical frustration responses to insoluble problems: refusal, escape, and stereotyped choice. Frustrated animals finally assigned to soluble problems persist in fixations in spite of open correct doors, and although walking trials demonstrated that they know the correct choice. Includes demonstrations of catatonic and neurotic behavior.

16. Getting ready emotionally (11:04)

Date:
1951
Summary:
Sixth in the "Are You Ready for Service?" series. Shows the emotional stresses that must be faced in military service because of homesickness, having to take orders and responsibilities, and having to learn to kill. Advises young men to prepare for the new experiences by taking school assignments as orders, doing jobs well without arguing, taking temporary jobs away from home, and going to church.

17. Getting ready morally (11:12)

Date:
1951
Summary:
Seventh in the "Are You Ready for Service?" series. Compares the experiences and moral behavior of two young men in the Navy. One was prepared for necessary decisions, while the other had no clear picture of himself. The latter becomes one of a group of irresponsible men, eventually becomes disgusted, seeks the help of a steadier acquaintance, and straightens out his problems. Recommends that young men get ready to make any decisions they might meet in new surroundings.

18. Getting ready physically (10:50)

Date:
1951
Summary:
Fifth in the "Are You Ready for Service?" series. Illustrates the great demands on physical strength and endurance in the service, and recommends that young men in high school consider how much time they have to get ready. Suggests a complete physical examination, having defects remedied if possible, taking tests of physical performance, and planning toward physical fitness with a program of activities.

19. Giving the Rorschach test : Klopfer method (10:35)

Date:
1951
Summary:
Illustrates the procedure of administering the Rorschach ink-blot psychological test through a sample interview between a subject and an examiner. Shows the ink-blot first in its true form, then structures the pattern through animation to fit the concept as seen by the subject. Concludes with review questions concerning the administration of such a test.

20. Highlights of the state basketball tourney 1951 (32:37)

Date:
1951
Summary:
"Over 15,000 basketball fans have traveled from all over the Hoosier state to witness the final game of the 40th annual Indiana High School Basketball tournament series." This compilation shows clips from each of the games of the final four teams at the 1951 IHSAA basketball finals with commentary. Includes footage of the crowd and cheerleaders during the games. First semi-final game: Crispus Attucks, an all-black team from Indianapolis vs. F.J. Reitz (called "Evansville Reitz" by IHSAA), an all-white team from Evansville. Public schools in Indiana were not integrated until the 1960's. Final score: Reitz (66), Crispus Attucks (59). Second semi-final game: Lafayette Jefferson vs. Muncie Central. Final score: Lafayette Jefferson (41), Muncie Central (51). Final game: Reitz vs. Muncie Central. Final score: Muncie Central (60), Reitz (58). Concludes with awards presentation for the season.