Bernie Fry Collection
Inclusive Dates
1980
Bulk Dates
1980
Abstract
The Bernie Fry collection consists of a short claymation film shot on 16mm film as part of his senior Bachelor of Fine Arts thesis in 1980. It illustrates his views on how political and religious differences separate peoples into tribes who build walls to divide themselves from each other.
Collection Items
Film
History of Two Peoples, A
1980
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Collection Identifier
C.2018-11
Extent of Collection
1 reel of 16mm totaling 223 feet
Language Of Materials
English
Subject
Custodial History
The collection was previously stored at Bernie Fry's home in Elletsville, Indiana, before being transferred to CFA in October 2018.
Access Restrictions
This collection is open to on-site access. Appointments must be made with Chicago Film Archives. Due to the fragile nature of the films, only video copies will be provided for on-site viewing.
Use Restrictions
Chicago Film Archives holds the rights to the films in this collection.
Creators
Fry, Bernie
(was created by)
Bernie Fry earned his BFA in Ceramics at Indiana University, Bloomington and then changed career paths to become a software developer after attending a local Technical School. After several stints with different companies, Bernie ended his career with the Indiana University Libraries, the place that had originally brought his father to IU. Sometimes life brings you around full circle, back to your roots.