Amusement Park Movies

A look at the long history of Knoebel's Amusement Resort in Elysburg, PA. This documentary introduces you to six generations of the Knoebel family...

An abridged history of motion pictures: In 1888 George Eastman registered the made up word “Kodak” as a trademark. In 1894 Jean...

Two competing hair care companies demonstrate their products on stage at a Helsinki amusement park, using celebrities from television, the hottest...

A carefree day at amusement park turns bittersweet when Ramiz reveals that he is turning down a golden opportunity for the sake of friendship,...

It’s roller coasters! French fries! And lots of good times! It’s a high-flying, double dipped, screeching, squealing,...

Recover the community through individual stories with which we can connect with other people. This project aims to bring to light, through the...

The film that Michael Janusonis of the Providence Journal claims, "is not to be missed," is an exhilarating ride; a poignant and often hilarious look...

The Silver Beach Amusement Park operated from 1891 to 1971. For a small price, visitors could go for a swim in Lake Michigan, play games of chance,...

A fun filled day of fun at one of the best amusement parks in the world... Cedar Point

If you grew up in Wichita, Joyland was an important part of your childhood. This documentary tells the epic story of the rise and fall of...

Since 1926 the Philadelphia Toboggan Company #36, (PTC 36) has occupied a place in the hearts and minds of children of all ages who visit Seabreeze...

Few amateur films with sound were produced in the 1930s and fewer remain extant. A charming artifact that demonstrates the expressive possibilities...

Dwarves Kingdom is a documentary film about a theme park featuring performances by little people with dwarfism who live in a fantasy recreation of a...

70 is definitely the new 20 in this heart-warming 1960s documentary portrait of the Darby and Joan Club for elderly Cockneys.

A romance between theme park co-workers whose mutual crushes put them in a constant push and pull of emotions.