The Broadway Melody, 1929

The Broadway Melody, 1929

The Broadway Melody was the 2nd Best Picture winner. Dozens of vintage ads, critiques, video and audio come together to bring the history of America before the Great Depression to life.

The Best Picture Project: Wings, 1928

The Best Picture Project: Wings, 1928

Wings was America's first chance to see the world from the air. Combined with Clara Bow's star power, the film won the first Best Picture Oscar. Vintage ads and articles clipped from the Library of Congress give a new look at the legendary film.