History of Film

The document provides a history of important developments in film from the late 19th century to the late 20th century. It describes early technologies like the praxinoscope and how they led to motion pictures. Important early films that helped establish genres and techniques are mentioned, such as The Great Train Robbery which helped establish narrative filmmaking. Influential directors and films are also noted, such as Alfred Hitchcock's contributions to horror and thriller films and Star Wars' impact on science fiction. The document concludes with Toy Story as the first fully computer animated feature film.