Modern Art Style Posters
Modern Art: The Reconstruction of Space
Modern Dance
Modern Dance: Body and Mind: A Basic Approach for Beginners. 2nd ed.
The Modern Dance: Seven Statements of Belief
Modern Educational Dance. 3rd ed.
Moiseyev Dance Company: A Gala Evening
Moment of Light: The Dance of Evelyn Hart
Monsters
Moon Magic: Gail Grant and the 1920's Dance in Regina
Mother Earth
Movie Magic
Movie Magic - A Model of Perfection (Models & Miniatures)
Movie Magic - Animated Audio (Sound Design for Cartoons)
Movie Magic - Audio Awareness (Sound Effects)
Movie Magic - Baby Blasts (Miniature Pyrotechnics)
Movie Magic - Bombs and Other Blasts (Pyrotechnics)
Movie Magic - Causes and Effects
Movie Magic - Electric Dreams (Computer Imaging)
Movie Magic - Ever-Changing Effects (Interactive Effects)
Movie Magic - Eye of the Beholder (Action Miniatures)
Movie Magic - Eye of the Storm (Atmospheric Effects)
Movie Magic - Falling Stars (Falling Effects)
Movie Magic - Fooling Mother Nature (Animatronic Animals)
Movie Magic - Fright Factories (Horror Make-up)
Movie Magic - Giant Effects (Forced Perspective)
Movie Magic - Hits and Misses (Weapons)
Movie Magic - Masks and Mirrors (Creature Makeup)
Movie Magic - No Strings Attached (Puppeteering)
Movie Magic 1 Series
Movie Magic - One Step at a Time (Stop-Motion Animation)
Movie Magic - Optical Illusions (Optical Effects)
Movie Magic - Painting by Numbers (Digital Enhancements)
Movie Magic - Riding the Movies (Movie Rides)
Movie Magic - The Art of Imitation (Animatronics)
Movie Magic - The Danger Zone (Aerial Effects)
Movie Magic - The Panoramic Art (Matte Paintings)
Movie Magic 2 Series
Movie Magic - Unforgettable Shots (Motion Control)
Movie Magic - Up, Up and Away (Cinematic Flight)
The Movie Reel Aboriginal
Moving From Within: A New Method for Dance Making
Moving Picture
(Poster). Social Studies School Service (ZVF), 1991. Order no. AG106-W3 ($47.50 U.S.).
This package includes 30 colourful posters (28 cm by 32 cm) of famous art works. A short explanation of the respective art movement is included on each poster. Posters are provided on: Post-Impressionism--van Gogh, Post Impressionism--Gauguin, Abstract Impressionism, Bahous, Dada, Surrealism, Art Deco, Constructivism, Earth Art, Kinetic, New Realism, Post Expressionism--Cezanne, Social Realism, Op, Minimalism, Expressionism, De Style (The Style), Abstract Formalism, Neo-Expressionism, Fauvism, Photorealism, Suprematism, Futurism, Neo-Impressionism, Pop, Cubism, Symbolism, Art Nouveau, Regionalism, and Colour Field.
Suggested Use: Visual Art
Modern Art: The Reconstruction of Space
(Video). (Center For Humanities Seminars in Modern Art Series). Guidance Assoc. /The Ctr. for Humanities (MGR), 1974. 20 min. Dup. order no. V9347.
This video highlights a major category of modern art--Cubism--and traces the influence of Cezanne’s cubistic style on Picasso and Braque.
Suggested Use: Visual Art
(Video). (Arts-A-Bound Series). Great Plains National T.V. Library (CLC), 1985. 15 min. Order no. 5-1261 ($49.95).
In this title, the Footpath Dance Company demonstrates dance elements of movement and shape, comparisons between ballet and modern dance, and dance company activities such as rehearsals, technique classes with children, school visits, and performances.
Suggested Use: Dance
Other Use: Arts Education: Grades 6 to 8
Modern Dance: Body and Mind: A Basic Approach for Beginners. 2nd ed.
(Print-Non-Fiction). Minton, Sandra Cerny. Morton Publishing Co. (MTN), 1992. 122 p. ISBN 0-89582-233-4 ($13.95 U.S. pbk.).
This guide offers a basic approach to learning modern dance. The areas of technique, improvisation, and composition are described, and both mental and physical aspects of dance movement are addressed. The text is supplemented with numerous photographs and drawings. It includes a table of contents, but no index.
Suggested Use: Dance - Teacher Reference
The Modern Dance: Seven Statements of Belief
(Print-Anthology). Cohen, Selma Jean, ed. University Press of New England (SBS), 1965. 106 p. ISBN 0-8195-6003-0 ($14.95 pbk.).
Essays from seven prominent choreographers describe the changing definition, styles, and influence of modern dance through the years. In an introductory chapter the editor presents a brief historic overview of modern dance and its artists and shows how the evolution of modern dance is a product of society. It offers black-and-white photographs and brief biographies of contributors. Included is a table of contents.
Suggested Use: Dance
Other Use: Arts Education: Grade 9
Modern Educational Dance. 3rd ed.
(Print-Non-Fiction). Luban, Rudolf. Can-Ed Media Ltd. (CEM), 1976. unp. ISBN 0-7121-1381-9 ($23.95 pbk.).
Besides providing information on the rudiments of a free dance technique and the principles of movement observation, this book describes 16 themes suitable for different age groups. These correspond to the progressive unfolding of movement experience in the growing child, and are particularly helpful to teachers and students of dance. Included are a table of contents and an index.
Suggested Use: Dance
Moiseyev Dance Company: A Gala Evening
(Video). V.I.E.W. Video Inc. (VWV), 1987. 70 min. Order no. 1205 ($59.98 U.S.).
The Moiseyev Dance Company, the former Soviet Union's most travelled troupe, is shown performing in Moscow as part of the 1980 Olympic Cultural Program. This video presents colourful and varied folk dances, including those form Russia, Moldavia, Azerbaijan, and Ukraine.
Suggested Use: Dance
Other Use: Arts Education: Grades 6 to 8
Moment of Light: The Dance of Evelyn Hart
(Video). National Film Board of Canada (NFB), 1992. 48 min. Order no. 1-0192-110 ($26.95).
(CAN) Canadian Evelyn Hart, one of the world's foremost interpreters of classical ballet, is followed through creation of a new dance, rehearsals, and performance. In interviews, Hart candidly reveals the physical and emotional strain that are a part of success.
Suggested Use: Dance
Other Use: Arts Education: Grades 6 to 8
(Video). (Clip Art Series). Marlin Motion Pictures (MGR), 1993. 29 min. Dup. order no. V8868.
Why the attraction to frightening films and books? Among the clips are: Michael Jackson's Thriller, Heavy Metal music, Francesco Goya's art, German director Fritz Lang's film Metropolis, Robert Louis Stevenson's Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde, segments from Phantom of the Opera, and a film by Julian Rupert.
Suggested Use: Media Studies; Visual Art
Moon Magic: Gail Grant and the 1920's Dance in Regina
(Print-Non-Fiction). Rennie, Karen. Dance Collection Danse (DCD), 1992. 40 p. ISBN 0-929003-10-1 ($13.95 pbk.).
(SK) Written by a Saskatchewan dance specialist, this booklet traces the dance career of Regina artist Gail Grant, and the influence she had on dance in Saskatchewan during the 1920’s. It offers black-and-white photographs and is centre-stapled. Included are a table of contents and a chronology.
Suggested Use: Dance
Other Use: Arts Education: Grade 9
(16 mm). National Film Board of Canada (MGR), 1992. Loan order no. 20769.
This is a short, evocative, poetic documentary that celebrates life on our planet. It looks at the reality of human beings: the earth is our home and we are profoundly connected to all other beings. Powerful references to the forces that threaten the earth and all its inhabitants offer us points for reflection. Please note that this resource contains no Arts Education content, but would be useful for activities that focus on environmental issues.
Suggested Use: General
(Video). Altschul Group (OME), 1990. 26 min. Order no. 6-0124 ($188.00).
This is an excellent history of movie special effects from Ben Hur to The Abyss to Die Hard! The video discusses techniques while providing an overview of the film production interrelationships needed to achieve special effects.
Suggested Use: Media Studies
Other Use: Arts Education: Grades 6 to 8
Movie Magic - A Model of Perfection (Models & Miniatures)
(Video). (Movie Magic Series). Omega Films Ltd. (MGR), 1994. 24 min. Dup. order no. V9634.
This program takes viewers behind-the-scenes to Star Trek: Deep Space Nine. It features a visit with Greg Jein who created Oscar-winning miniatures for Spielberg's 1941, Close Encounters of the Third Kind and a futuristic miniature landscape for ST:DS9.
Suggested Use: Media Studies
Movie Magic - Animated Audio (Sound Design for Cartoons)
(Video). (Movie Magic II Series). Altschul Group (MGR), 1994. 21 min. Dup. order no. V9642.
This program follows the sound effects design on The Pagemaster, where audio experts use a human actor, a growling jaguar, real flame noise, and synthesizer squeals to create the sound of a menacing dragon.
Suggested Use: Media Studies
Movie Magic - Audio Awareness (Sound Effects)
(Video). (Movie Magic II Series). Altschul Group (MGR), 1994. 23 min. Dup. order no. V9639.
Sound editors create sounds and moods. This video profiles Kay Rose (Ordinary People, On Golden Pond) whose job is to design all of the sounds in Son of the PinkPanther. It follows Kay and sound editor Mark Mangini at work.
Suggested Use: Media Studies
Movie Magic - Baby Blasts (Miniature Pyrotechnics)
(Video). (Movie Magic II Series). Altschul Group (MGR), 1994. 23 min. Dup. order no. V9644.
Hollywood relies on miniature pyrotechnics to get a dangerous scene filmed. This program features a helicopter crash in Cliffhanger being shot and talks with veteran and master miniature pyro Thaine Morris (Die Hard).
Suggested Use: Media Studies
Movie Magic - Bombs and Other Blasts (Pyrotechnics)
(Video). (Movie Magic II Series). Altschul Group (MGR), 1994. 23 min. Dup. order no. V9648.
During the filming of major explosions, the drama of the scene and the safety of everyone is entrusted to "powdermen." This video shows the cinematic destruction of a small town, scenes from Apocalypse Now and Needful Things, and more!
Suggested Use: Media Studies
Movie Magic - Causes and Effects (Physical Effects)
(Video). (Movie Magic II Series). Altschul Group (MGR), 1994. 23 min. Dup. order no. V9640.
Viewers discover how the physical effects teams continue to innovate in the pursuit of the punchline. This program features behind-the-scenes views of Hot Shots: Part Deux, effects man John Frazier of Ruthless People, and War of the Roses.
Suggested Use: Media Studies
Movie Magic - Electric Dreams (Computer Imaging)
(Video). (Movie Magic II Series). Altschul Group (MGR), 1994. 23 min. Dup. order no. V9646.
The feline star of Hocus Pocus is given the power of speech when a computer-created cat head is married to a real cat’s body for a realistic talking character. This program shows graphics in Spielberg’s Amazing Stories.
Suggested Use: Media Studies
Movie Magic - Ever-Changing Effects (Interactive Effects)
(Video). (Movie Magic Series). Altschul Group (MGR), 1994. 21 min. Dup. order no. V9631.
The "interactive movie" is one of the most exciting innovations in today’s film industry. This video shows how "live compositing" and other state-of-the-art methods are used to create ever-changing effects in Bugbusters.
Suggested Use: Media Studies
Movie Magic - Eye of the Beholder (Action Miniatures)
(Video). (Movie Magic Series). Altschul Group (MGR), 1994. 23 min. Dup. order no. V9628.
Some of the most memorable scenes are shot in miniature. This program features talks with Robert and Dennis Skotak of 4-Ward Productions and a visit to the set of Heart andSouls during a pivotal scene in which a bus plunges off a bridge.
Suggested Use: Media Studies
Movie Magic - Eye of the Storm (Atmospheric Effects)
(Video). (Movie Magic II Series). Altschul Group (MGR), 1994. 23 min. Dup. order no. V9638.
Veteran John Frazier sets the mood for the dark finale of Clint Eastwood’s Unforgiven and drenches a crowd of extras in an electrifying rainstorm in In theLine of Fire. Making ecologically safe snow in Chicago is also described.
Suggested Use: Media Studies
Movie Magic - Falling Stars (Falling Effects)
(Video). (Movie Magic Series). Altschul Group (MGR), 1994. 20 min. Dup. order no. V9632.
A realistic highfall from a Chicago skyscraper in the movie Hudsucker Proxy is shown. This program details the months of research and development to achieve this stunt using flying rigs, body molds, and camera platforms.
Suggested Use: Media Studies
Movie Magic - Fooling Mother Nature (Animatronic Animals)
(Video). (Movie Magic II Series). Altschul Group (MGR), 1994. 21 min. Dup. order no. V9649.
This program allows viewers to witness a canine star’s reaction when he meets his robotic double, and see an animatronic puppy built four months before its live counterpart is even born. It also shows Gorillas in the Mist and Star Trek IV.
Suggested Use: Media Studies
Movie Magic - Fright Factories (Horror Make-up)
(Video). (Movie Magic II Series). Altschul Group (MGR), 1994. 22 min. Dup. order no. V9650.
This program allows viewers to visit Image Animation International as makeup artists update the visually horrific Pinhead for Hellraiser IV. It shows how blood thirsty horror stars are brought to life in Friday the 13th and other movies.
Suggested Use: Media Studies
Movie Magic - Giant Effects (Forced Perspective)
(Video). (Movie Magic Series). Altschul Group (MGR), 1994. 23 min. Dup. order no. V9635.
In this program, viewers visit the set of Attack of the 50 Foot Woman and learn about forced perspective. It explains the old fashioned "in camera" techniques of forced perspective and split-scale sets and introduces Peter and Harrison Ellenshaw.
Suggested Use: Media Studies
Movie Magic - Hits and Misses (Weapons)
(Video). (Movie Magic II Series). Altschul Group (MGR), 1994. 23 min. Dup. order no. V9641.
Viewers are shown how squibs, blood sacs, pyrotechnics, and death-defying stunts are combined to create a Hollywood shutout. They go behind the scenes of King Kong and Terminator to see weapons. They also view scenes of Demolition Man during a shootout.
Suggested Use: Media Studies
Movie Magic - Masks and Mirrors (Creature Makeup)
(Video). (Movie Magic Series). Altschul Group (MGR), 1994. 23 min. Dup. order no. V9629.
Makeup artist Tony Gardener transforms actors for the film Cabin Boy. Viewers also learn about the history of Hollywood creature makeup on such films as The Hunchbackof Notre Dame,Frankenstein, and other films.
Suggested Use: Media Studies
Movie Magic - No Strings Attached (Puppeteering)
(Video). (Movie Magic Series). Altschul Group (MGR), 1994. 23 min. Dup. order no. V9627.
Viewers see how Jim Henson’s innovative techniques were used to create some incredible creatures. The program follows the creative process from sketch board to the big screen, for The Neverending Story III.
Suggested Use: Media Studies
(Video). Please refer to the titles: Movie Magic - A Model of Perfection (Models & Miniatures), Movie Magic - Ever-Changing Effects (Interactive Effects), Movie Magic - Eye of the Beholder (Action Miniatures),Movie Magic - Falling Stars (Falling Effects), Movie Magic - Giant Effects (Forced Perspective), Movie Magic - Masks and Mirrors (Creature Makeup), Movie Magic -No Strings Attached (Puppeteering), Movie Magic - One Step at a Time (Stop-Motion Animation), Movie Magic - Optical Illusions (Optical Effects), Movie Magic - Riding the Movies (Movie Rides), Movie Magic - The Danger Zone (Aerial Effects), Movie Magic - Unforgettable Shots (Motion Control), and Movie Magic - Up, Up and Away (Cinematic Flight).
Movie Magic - One Step at a Time (Stop-Motion Animation)
(Video). (Movie Magic Series). Altschul Group (MGR), 1994. 23 min. Dup. order no. V9637.
Miniature figures are manipulated through their movements and photographed frame-by-frame. This program demonstrates this through scenes from Clash of the Titans, King Kong and Mighty Joe Young. Viewers go behind the scenes on The Empire StrikesBack.
Suggested Use: Media Studies
Movie Magic - Optical Illusions (Optical Effects)
(Video). (Movie Magic Series). Altschul Group (MGR), 1994. 23 min. Dup. order no. V9630.
This video presents the work of Academy Award winning Special Effects Supervisor Ken Ralston. The technology that made Death Becomes Her and Return of the Jedi possible is shown. Opticals expert Linwood Dunn discusses his work.
Suggested Use: Media Studies
Movie Magic - Painting by Numbers (Digital Enhancements)
(Video). (Movie Magic II Series). Altschul Group (MGR), 1994. 23 min. Dup. order no. V9647.
This program demonstrates using computer technology to alter realistic elements and sometimes adding elements that were not originally present while often taking away undesirable elements that were. Terminator 2, The Babe, and Heart & Souls are discussed.
Suggested Use: Media Studies
Movie Magic - Riding the Movies (Movie Rides)
(Video). (Movie Magic Series). Altschul Group (MGR), 1994. 23 min. Dup. order no. V9636.
Movie rides are high-tech, high-definition films married with motion simulators. This program demonstrates how a movie ride is created and explores the artistry, computer technology, and imagination needed to create these effects.
Suggested Use: Media Studies
Movie Magic - The Art of Imitation (Animatronics)
(Video). (Movie Magic II Series). Altschul Group (MGR), 1994. 23 min. Dup. order no. V9643.
Roger Corman and creature creator John Buechler are seen on the set of Carnosaur. The program traces the history of mechanical creatures from 2000 Leagues Under theSea to current technology. Rick Lazzarini (Aliens), creator of a control system, is included.
Suggested Use: Media Studies
Movie Magic - The Danger Zone (Aerial Effects)
(Video). (Movie Magic Series). Altschul Group (MGR), 1994. 22 min. Dup. order no. V9626.
The most spectacular effects can take place high in the sky. Aerial stuntmen and skydiving cameramen put their lives in danger to film a mid-air fight sequence for the Drop Zone. Other aerial stunts are also shown.
Suggested Use: Media Studies
Movie Magic - The Panoramic Art (Matte Paintings)
(Video). (Movie Magic II Series). Altschul Group (MGR), 1994. 22 min. Dup. order no. V9645.
Viewers meet two matte artists and see their work on Gone With the Wind, Earthquake, and The Birds. They also visit the sets of Dennis the Menace and Addams FamilyValues to see how stunning works of fine art are created.
Suggested Use: Media Studies
(Video). Please refer to the titles: Movie Magic - Animated Audio (Sound Design for Cartoons), Movie Magic - Audio Awareness (Sound Effects), Movie Magic - Baby Blasts (Miniature Pyrotechnics), Movie Magic - Bombs and Other Blasts (Pyrotechnics), Movie Magic - Causes and Effects (Physical Effects), Movie Magic - Electric Dreams (Computer Imaging), Movie Magic - Eye of the Storm (Atmospheric Effects), Movie Magic - Fooling Mother Nature (Animatronic Animals), Movie Magic - Fright Factories (Horror Make-up), Movie Magic - Hits and Misses (Weapons), Movie Magic - Painting by Numbers (Digital Enhancements), Movie Magic - The Panoramic Art (Matte Paintings), and Movie Magic - The Art of Imitation (Animatronics).
Movie Magic - Unforgettable Shots (Motion Control)
(Video). (Movie Magic Series). Altschul Group (MGR), 1994. 22 min. Dup. order no. V9625.
This program focuses on one of the most widely used modern effects techniques called "motion control" which utilizes computers to precisely move props or cameras over and over again for exciting moving shots. True Lies and Terminator are discussed. Caution: Graphic language is used in a small portion of this program.
Suggested Use: Media Studies
Movie Magic - Up, Up and Away (Cinematic Flight)
(Video). (Movie Magic Series). Altschul Group (MGR), 1994. 23 min. Dup. order no. V9633.
What expertise goes into making witches fly? A visit to the Creature Shop shows how miniature witch puppets are used for panoramic flight shots. Scenes from Bedknobs &Broomsticks and The Absent Minded Professor are included.
Suggested Use: Media Studies
(Video). (Images of Aboriginals Series). Four Worlds Development Project (CLC), 1982. 30 min. Order no. 5-4131 ($43.00). Teacher's Guide for series - Order no. 5-41280 ($50.00 binder).
(I/M) The sad effect the "movie Aboriginal" has had on the self-image of Aboriginal peoples is explained, and the contrast with living reality is shown in this program.
Suggested Use: Media Studies
Moving From Within: A New Method for Dance Making
(Print-Non-Fiction). Hawkins, Alma M. A Capella Books (FHW), 1991. 150 p. ISBN 1-55652-139-1 ($18.95 pbk.).
This resource provides theoretical and practical guidance in dance creation, including concrete suggestions for initiating dance movements. It emphasizes risk-taking and building the dancer's self-confidence. Included is a section on evaluation that describes both teacher and student self-assessment activities. Included are a table of contents, an appendix of relaxation movements, and a bibliography. It offers black-and-white photographs.
Suggested Use: Dance
Other Use: Arts Education: Grades 6 to 8
(Video). National Film Board of Canada (NFB), 1988. 56 min. Order no. 1-0187-003 ($26.95). Loan order no. MP 21787.
(CAN) Through the gentle and humorous tale of a young man who falls in love, Moving Picture unveils the magical art and unlimited possibilities of film animation. It is a blend of live action and animation.
Suggested Use: Media Studies; Visual Art