How Did Silent Movies Bring Stories to Life Without Sound?

Silent movies didn’t have sound, but they told stories with pictures and gestures. Actors used big expressions, like frowning or laughing, to show feelings. Music played in the background while people watched on screen, making it feel dramatic. It was like a play that happened on a giant wall!

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A person falls off a cliff and lands on the ground with a big grin, it's funny!
A man looks at his wife with sad eyes, and the audience knows he just lost her.
A dog chases a car in the street to show excitement.

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