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Director's Spotlight
Senior Film Conservator
Director's Spotlight: United States
A Deep Dive into the 1935 Vision of Lewis D. Collins
Peeling back the layers of Lewis D. Collins's Make a Million exposes the collaborative alchemy between Lewis D. Collins and the 1935 creative team. Anchored by a narrative that is both personal and universal, it reinforces the idea that cinema is a medium of infinite possibilities.
In Make a Million, Lewis D. Collins 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.
In this work, Lewis D. Collins explores the intersection of Comedy and United States cultural identity. The meticulous attention to detail suggests a deep-seated commitment to pushing the boundaries of the medium, ensuring that Make a Million remains a relevant topic of study for Comedy enthusiasts.
| Cinematography | Handheld |
| Soundtrack | Diegetic |
| Editing | Elliptical |
| Art Direction | Expressionist |
Visualizing the convergence of Lewis D. Collins's style and the core Comedy narrative.
A college economics professor's "radical" ideas about capitalism get him fired. When he decides to put those ideas into practice, he finds that they actually do generate him huge amounts of money. Soon a local banker and others who scoffed at his ideas see the amount of money he's making and try to cheat him out of his system.
Decades after its release, Make a Million remains a vital piece of the cinematic puzzle. Its influence can be seen in countless modern works, solidifying Lewis D. Collins's status as a master of the craft in United States and beyond.