Director's Spotlight
Senior Film Conservator

Director's Spotlight: United States
A Deep Dive into the 1928 Vision of Charles Lamont
In the storied career of Charles Lamont, Making Whoopee stands as a the provocative questions that Charles Lamont poses to the United States audience. Elevating the source material through Charles Lamont's unique vision, it persists as a haunting reminder of our own cinematic history.
In Making Whoopee, Charles Lamont pushes the boundaries of conventional narrative. The film's unique approach to its subject matter has sparked endless debates and interpretations among cinephiles and critics alike.
| Cinematography | High-Contrast |
| Soundtrack | Diegetic |
| Editing | Elliptical |
| Art Direction | Expressionist |
Visualizing the convergence of Charles Lamont's style and the core Short narrative.
The film explores profound themes through its avant-garde structure and atmospheric tension.
Decades after its release, Making Whoopee remains a vital piece of the cinematic puzzle. Its influence can be seen in countless modern works, solidifying Charles Lamont's status as a master of the craft in United States and beyond.