The 1970s was a pivotal moment for the film industry. Movies from the ‘70s pushed the boundaries of cinema and challenged the status quo of classic American entertainment. Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory (1971), The Godfather (1972), The Exorcist (1973), Jaws (1975), The Rocky Horror Picture Show (1975), Star Wars: Episode IV– A New Hope (1977), Halloween (1978), Grease (1978), and so many more groundbreaking films were released and did numbers in the box office. Movies like these reflected the social and political environment at the time, and traditional storytelling hit a turning point in the ‘70s, forever changing the scene.
This era was crucial to improving the quality of films we have in the present. One of the most impactful additions to the film industry was the advancements in technology. Through different editing software, CGI, and a variety of sound equipment and high-quality cameras, the ‘70s helped to develop the quality of the movies we watch today. These movies are also important for the development of pop culture. Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory, The Exorcist, Star Wars, and Halloween created foundations for some of the most popular film franchises ever. They spark nostalgia for older generations and peak the interest of younger ones.
