Judge, 1918-03-30 · page 26 of 36
Judge — March 30, 1918 — page 26: what you’re looking at
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This page surveys recent film productions and their innovations. The headline references Fatty Arbuckle's recent western shoot in the Mojave Desert, where he employed new filmmaking techniques—described humorously as "she loves me not" tests of fidelity with the heroine. Other films highlighted include one featuring Charlie Murray in a dramatic role, and "The Conqueror" starring William Farnum, which used 1,000 horses and elaborate facial makeup/costumes for aviators. The page celebrates what appear to be technical or narrative innovations in silent cinema—larger-scale productions, new makeup techniques, and stunt work. The tone is lighthearted promotion of emerging film industry practices rather than political satire. This reflects Judge's coverage of contemporary popular entertainment during the early silent film era.
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