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How Do They...?

How Do They...?

1997 8 films
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Everybody loves a good "how-to" film. Here we've assembled a selection of short films demonstrating how to do everything from getting the centres in chocolates to recycling paper.

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How Do They...?
  • Braid Rope?
    How Do They Braid Rope? is a fascinating visual voyage through the twists and turns of rope-making. The How Do They...? series is comprised of short films that reveal the mysteries behind how everyday things are made. A film without words.
  • Make Money?
    In How Do They Make Money?, shiny discs dance their way through the mint, emerging as brand new pennies! A film without words.
  • Make Oatmeal Cookies?
    This short film reveals the story behind oatmeal cookies, from the farmer's field to fresh from the oven. Without words.
  • Make Potato Chips?
    How Do They Make Potato Chips? is one of a series of short and snappy videos that reveal the mysteries behind everyday things. Almost every child likes to eat potato chips and will love to learn how they're made. (Bet you can't watch this video just once!)
  • Put the Centres in Chocolates?
    How Do They Put the Centres in Chocolates? is one of a series of short films that reveal the mysteries of how things are made. Viewers are taken on a visit to the factory to see how a whole variety of chocolate treats are produced.
  • Recycle Paper?
    This short film depicts what happens to all that paper we put in our recycling boxes.
  • Recycle Steel?
    In this short documentary, watch sparks fly and molten metal run white hot as it goes from scrap metal to fresh steel.

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Everybody loves a good "how-to" film. Here we've assembled a selection of short films demonstrating how to do everything from getting the centres in chocolates to recycling paper.

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