Talkie

usgb/ˈtɔːki/
noun

A motion picture that includes synchronized sound, particularly speech.

The movie industry changed forever with the invention of the talkie.
Visual representation of "talkie" - A motion picture that includes synchronized sound, particularly speech.

Often appears as...

  • talkie era
  • talkie star

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silent film,talkie films,early talkies

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Historical Significance

Understanding the importance of talkies in cinema

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The success of talkies revolutionized how stories were told in film.
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Technological Advancement

Acknowledging the technical leap that talkies represent

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The introduction of sound transformed the audience's experience of films.
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Cultural Context

Recognizing cultural shifts due to talkies

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Talkies helped bridge gaps in storytelling by adding dialogue.
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