Why do actors in silent dramas sometimes appear jerky and slightly ludicrous when viewed today?
A. because cameras were not hand cranked back then
B. because all movies were photographed and projected at “silent speed”
C. because the actors weren’t very talented
D. because dramatic scenes were overcranked to slow down the action
Answer: D
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