Browse 88 movies from Jam Handy Organization (JHO)
Portrays all Americans as makers, with a rich tradition of pride in workmanship and satisfaction of needs.
Mar 1960
Classic holiday tale about a flying reindeer who helps Santa Claus. An interpretation of Robert L. May's 1939 Christmas poem, this animated short was created to run in theaters to advertise Montgomery Ward department stores, publisher of the original story.
Nov 1948
Chevrolet presents this tribute to the American woman and her thrifty ways with money. The film also salutes the individuality of the Amerian citizen and the variety of choices we have in the marketplace.
Jan 1962
Tour of an auto parts and accessories factory climaxing with a stop-motion product parade.
Aug 1940
A corporate history of the Coca-Cola Company.
Nov 1939
Producer's synopsis: "This picture shows how professional models -- beautiful girls -- are used in making up magazine covers. A Chevrolet is shown on the magazine cover, emphasizing its beauty."
Jun 1940
This short film presented by the Reynolds Metals Company details how aluminum is manufactured and illustrates the seemingly endless uses of this versatile product.
Jan 1956
Advertising short for Chevrolet combining live action and animation. The film relates the story of Gilbert Willoughby, who, exasperated by his stubborn boxspring mattress, imprudently wishes for the disappearance of springs. Coily, the animated spring sprite, grants his wish, and Gilbert is bedeviled by once-familar appliances that no longer function. Apologizing to Coily, Gilbert acknowledges the contribution of springs to daily life, especially in the Chevrolet.
Feb 1940
The story of America's railroads and the conglomeration of lines that comes together to connect the cities across the land.
Jan 1954
Officer O'Mara, a normally grumpy traffic cop, lightens up one day and smiles at a passing motorist. This sets off a chain of goodwill and pleasantness in the entire town, which leads to better business practices, but leaves O'Mara wondering why everyone is now so pleasant.
Jan 1951
A documentary outlining railroad work and the effects on the lives impacted by the iron horse
Jan 1942
Jimmy teaches a reckless school mate the importance of safety.
Dec 1951
Innovations in the bowling world are featured in this 1960 promotional film produced by American bowling equipment manufacturer Brunswick.
Jan 1960
A commercial for the new 1955 Chevrolet.
Jan 1955
Actress Gale Storm and family take a road trip in their Chevrolet and review the do's and don'ts of auto traveling.
An educational one-reeler for elementary aged children demonstrating the concept of American free-enterprise. The film utilizes wooden toys designed and animated by Goldman, all set to a music box-ish xylophone score by Jam Handy musical director Samuel Benavie and narration by notable commentator Lowell Thomas.
Jan 1938
An educational film / Chevrolet advertisement that surveys skywriting.
Jan 1935
Notable for its gorgeous Technicolor backend, the film explores the versatile material Plexiglas, a transparent and durable acrylic plastic developed by Rohm & Haas. Highlighting its lightweight, impact-resistant, and weather-resistant properties, it showcases its applications in military and peacetime uses, including aircraft components and various household items. Plexiglass can be molded, shaped, and crafted into intricate designs, making it suitable for a wide range of industries, from aviation to medical instruments. The film emphasizes its optical clarity, safety features, and aesthetic appeal, envisioning a future where Plexiglass enhances home design and functionality.
Jan 1947
Chevrolet's 1950 short film, “E for Efficiency,” produced by Jam Handy, touts the efficiency of Chevrolet's valve-in-head engine.
Dec 1950