23 trivia, guesses & fun facts — synced to Murder by Television
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Q1. What was the max TV resolution possible in 1935? Medium · 200 pts
240 lines
1935 TVs maxed at 240 lines - far from the sci-fi TV tech shown in the film!
Q2. Why did early talkies have static cameras and theatrical acting? Medium · 200 pts
Hidden mics needed stillness
Hidden microphones required actors to stay near fixed spots for audio recording!
Q3. How much was a TV patent worth to corporations in 1935? Medium · 200 pts
$5 million
TV patents were worth $5M in 1935 - over $108M in today's dollars!
Q4. What did Tesla name his theoretical energy beam weapon? Medium · 200 pts
Teleforce
Tesla called his theoretical particle beam weapon 'Teleforce' in the 1930s!
Q5. Which is NOT a corporate rep trying to acquire Howland's TV tech? Medium · 200 pts
Thomas Burton
Burton was a private detective, not a corporate rep seeking the technology!
… and 18 more trivia, guesses & fun facts — play along free to get them all live as you watch.
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"Television will kill you." A group of friends discover an ominous TV set that begins displaying disturbing content. Can they survive its deadly influence?
In this chilling horror movie, tune in to play an interactive trivia game. Test your knowledge of the shocking twists and terrifying scenes as you watch the nightmare unfold!
Directed by Clifford Sanforth · Starring Unknown, Bela Lugosi, June Collyer, Huntly Gordon, George Meeker, Unknown, Unknown, Unknown
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