Movies and TvShows featuring "instructional-film" theme.

This film covers the early history of post World War II educational films, especially those involving traffic safety by the Highway Safety Foundation under direction of Richard Wayman. In the name of promoting safe driving in teenagers, these films became notorious for their gory depiction of accidents to shock their audiences to make their point. The film also covers the role of safety films of this era, their effect on North American teenage culture, the struggle between idealism and lurid exploitation and how they reflected the larger society concerns of the time that adults projected onto their youth.

Duck and Cover is a short animation film released in 1952 during the Cold War era. It was created to educate children on what to do in the event of a nuclear attack. The film features an anthropomorphic turtle named Bert who teaches schoolchildren the importance of 'ducking and covering' to protect themselves from the effects of a nuclear explosion. The film is part animated and part live-action, and it utilizes catchy songs and colorful visuals to engage its young audience.

U.S. Navy instructional film about proper oral hygiene. After prolonged dental neglect, seaman Humphrey learns the proper technique for brushing and flossing one's teeth.

A stark documentary film about the economic and educational crises the mountain people of rural Appalachia faced at the tail end of the Dust Bowl period.

Documentary short film depicting the correct methods of surviving the crash landing of a military aircraft in the desert. Methods of conserving water, providing shelter, and signaling for help are depicted.

How to make porridge using a haybox.

Two eighth graders doing an assembly on cleanliness and neatness seek underclassmen. A look into Don and Mildred's hygienic endeavors.

Wartime propaganda short in which a professor enlists the help of a dustman to explain the importance of saving paper, bones and metal to help the war effort.

Three months in the life of a patient at Metropolitan State Hospital in Norwalk, CA. Therapy sessions of a young woman with catatonic schizophrenia and her gradual journey to recovery.

Disney short. Part of the "A Few Quick Facts" series.

Diagnostic Procedures in Tuberculosis documents how to perform particular tests for tuberculosis.

Bobby Jones instructs on the use of the Mashie Niblick.

The Kids' Guide to the Internet is an instructional film that aims to educate children about the basics of using the internet. It provides a comprehensive overview of how the internet works, the different tools and technologies involved, and the potential benefits and risks of using the internet. The film also emphasizes the importance of online safety and responsible internet use.

Tea drinkers will benefit from 6 tips for making tea, as well as other handy hints.

Bell Telephone instructional film shows how - and how not - to treat your upright desk telephone set. Don't wiggle the hook excessively, don't tangle the cord, keep away from water, etc.

This short featuring "Mr. Bungle", a puppet, instructs children on how to best behave in a lunchroom situation.

World War II propaganda short which focuses on the dangers of inadvertent dispersal of military information.

Hapless B-17 waist gunner "Trigger Joe" learns how to adjust his aim, to take into account the relative motion of his aircraft, his bullets, and the attacking enemy fighter.

The film revolves around the daily operations at a business switchboard, highlighting the interactions between Connie, Kelly, and their colleagues. Connie is excited about her boyfriend Brad's success in securing a significant deal, while Kelly shares her frustrations about the inefficiencies at the switchboard. The dialogue illustrates the importance of communication and professionalism in business, emphasizing how switchboard operators, though often unseen, play a crucial role in maintaining a positive company image and facilitating important calls. The narrative concludes with Connie preparing for a date with Brad, reflecting on the significance of their work.

Strong Kids, Safe Kids was put together because so many of us are concerned about the horrible potential dangers our kids face every day. Sexual molestation and abduction are an unfortunate part of our times. And as loving parents, it's up to us to teach our kids to stay safe. It's like teaching them to look both ways before crossing the street... only it's a whole lot trickier. That's where Strong Kids, Safe Kids comes in. This film brings all of the problems - and questions - out in the open. It talks to you and your kids one-on-one. The material is frank and to the point. But presented so entertainingly with music and humor that it's a delight for the whole family to watch together. Again and again.