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United States / 1964

Out of This World

Out of This World

Out of This World, an archival ephemeral film in the Prelinger Archives collection.

WHY IT’S INTERESTING

This 1964 vintage promotional film by Frigidaire, a division of General Motors, presents a visionary glimpse into the future through a blend of futuristic world's fair exhibits and mid-century modern home appliance innovations. Beginning with abstract artistic visuals and futuristic architecture, the film explores themes of space exploration, resource management in Antarctica and the ocean, and advanced infrastructure development.

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The Prelinger collection preserves ephemeral films that document everyday life, instruction, commerce, and popular culture. This entry is cataloged as Out of This World.

This 1964 vintage promotional film by Frigidaire, a division of General Motors, presents a visionary glimpse into the future through a blend of futuristic world's fair exhibits and mid-century modern home appliance innovations. Beginning with abstract artistic visuals and futuristic architecture, the film explores themes of space exploration, resource management in Antarctica and the ocean, and advanced infrastructure development.

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