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A CATALOGUE compiled by the Scientific Film Assocation lists alphabetically 595 films of general scientific interest at present available in Great Britain ranging from films of technique and process to films relating science to society (London: Asso ciation of Special Libraries and Information Bureaux. 5s.) Most films entirely of use for juvenile teaching have been excluded, but some films on cooking and related topics, and selected films on international relations, national cultures, ways of life and tradition have been included to give that social background against which all human activities must be assessed and studied. Of the films listed, 266 have been appraised and graded by special committees, and it is the intention of the Association to supply synopses, appraisals and gradings for every film and to keep the lists up to date in this respect. The graded films are marked recommended, suitable or unsuitable in three categories: for general audiences and audiences of mixed scientific workers; for more specialized audiences with a knowledge of the subject-matter of the film; and for adult teaching or training purposes. Silent films are indicated by printing the title in italic capitals, and sound films with silent versions by an asterisk. Films of which the distribution is restricted for any reason are also marked, and sponsor and production agency, where traced, are indicated. The name of the distributor is usually abbreviated and followed by a catalogue reference for use in ordering. A list of film distributors with these abbreviations is included, and there is a classified subject index.
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Catalogue of Scientific Films in Britain. Nature 158, 828 (1946). https://doi.org/10.1038/158828b0
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