The Look of America

Using both live-action footage and film shot from stills and slides, this film traces the social, religious, and economic development of America from its first years of colonization to the beginnings of industrialization. According to the film, “The impetus of technological innovation would carry Americans into a new wilderness of commerce and production.” 
Council on International Non-Theatrical Events (C.I.N.E.) 1977 Golden Eagle. 13 th Chicago International Film Festival Silver Plaque, 1977. Birmingham International Film Festival Certificate of Recognition, 1978.Valley Forge Honor Certificate Award, 1979. Music by Elmer Bernstein.


26 minutes, 25 seconds