United States / Jan 01, 1939
Transfer of Power (1939)
Directed by Geoffrey Bell
20minruntime
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Plot
Geoffrey Bell’s Shell Film Unit short (produced by Arthur Elton) turns the history and physics of power transmission—from lever and pulley to the toothed gear—into a crisp lesson, blending live action with Francis Rodker’s animated diagrams to show how gearing underpins modern industry. Often cited as a model of clear scientific exposition.
Genres
Documentary
Technical details
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Original title | Transfer of Power |
| Original language | English (EN) |
| Spoken languages | English |
| Production countries | United Kingdom |
| Status | Released |
| Production companies | Shell Film Unit |
| Release date | 1 gennaio 1939 |
| Production | Arthur Elton |
| Cinematography | Sidney Beadle |
| Assistant directors | Geoffrey Bell |
| Camera operators | Sidney Beadle |
| Additional photography | Sidney Beadle |
| Visual effects | Francis Rodker |
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