1920s cinema

The 1920s were a transformative decade for cinema, marking the transition from silent films to "talkies." Silent films relied on expressive acting and intertitles for dialogue, while the introduction of synchronized sound in late 1927 with "The Jazz Singer" revolutionized the industry. This era also saw the rise of Hollywood as the center of filmmaking, with major studios like MGM and Paramount dominating. Iconic stars such as Charlie Chaplin and Buster Keaton became household names. The 1920s set the foundation for modern filmmaking, influencing genres, storytelling, and technology that continue to shape cinema today.