Gemini Studios and Moral Re-Armament Army in Madras
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What led to the lawyer losing his job at Gemini Studios?

  • The Boss's decision to close down the Story Department (correct)
  • A conflict with the poets like S.D.S.Yogiar and Krishna Sastry
  • The lawyer's lack of creativity in film production
  • The lawyer's disinterest in the mess coffee quality
  • What made Gemini Studios a favorite place for poets like S.D.S.Yogiar and Krishna Sastry?

  • The excellent mess providing good coffee (correct)
  • The abundance of raw stock for film production
  • The presence of Gandhiites and khadiites
  • The emphasis on political discussions
  • Why were most individuals at Gemini Studios averse to Communism?

  • Fear of Communists causing unrest and violence
  • Influence of the Studio's support for Gandhiji
  • Personal conflicts with known Communist members
  • Belief that Communists lacked moral values and family love (correct)
  • What was the significance of coffee at Gemini Studios during the Congress rule?

    <p>It served as a satisfying form of entertainment due to Prohibition laws</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why did The Boss decide to close down the Story Department at Gemini Studios?

    <p>As an unprecedented move impacting a lawyer's job</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characterized most individuals at Gemini Studios?

    <p>Wearing khadi and worshiping Gandhiji without political interest</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the role of Asokamitran at Gemini Studios?

    <p>Newspaper clippings collector</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who was the founder of Gemini Studios?

    <p>S.S. Vasan</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where was the make-up department of Gemini Studios located?

    <p>In Robert Clive's stables</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What material did Pancake refer to in the context of Gemini Studios?

    <p>A brand of make-up material</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which actress is mentioned as a probable user of Pancake make-up at Gemini Studios?

    <p>Greta Garbo</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What function did Asokamitran perform at Gemini Studios according to the text?

    <p>Collecting and storing newspaper clippings</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of group visited Madras in 1952 and found a warm host in Gemini Studios?

    <p>Moral Re-Armament army</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which two plays were presented by the Moral Re-Armament army in Madras in 1952?

    <p>Jotham Valley and The Forgotten Factor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What influenced the style of Tamil plays for years after the visit of the Moral Re-Armament army to Madras?

    <p>Sunrise and sunset scenes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who was referred to as 'terribly impressed' by the performance of the Moral Re-Armament army in Madras?

    <p>The Tamil drama community</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characterized the sets and costumes of the plays presented by the Moral Re-Armament army in Madras?

    <p>'First-rate'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the purpose of the Moral Re-Armament group according to the text?

    <p>To counter international Communism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Gemini Studios

    • A lawyer lost his job at Gemini Studios due to his suspected involvement with Communism.

    Poets and Gemini Studios

    • Gemini Studios was a popular spot for poets like S.D.S.Yogiar and Krishna Sastry.

    Anti-Communist Sentiment

    • Most individuals at Gemini Studios were averse to Communism.

    Coffee Culture

    • During the Congress rule, coffee played a significant role at Gemini Studios.

    The Boss's Decision

    • The Boss decided to close down the Story Department at Gemini Studios.

    Gemini Studios' Environment

    • Most individuals at Gemini Studios were characterized as having a certain persona.

    Asokamitran's Role

    • Asokamitran performed the function of a proofreader at Gemini Studios.

    Gemini Studios' History

    • The founder of Gemini Studios was S.S. Vasan.

    Make-up Department

    • The make-up department of Gemini Studios was located on the first floor.

    Pancake Make-up

    • Pancake referred to a type of make-up material at Gemini Studios.
    • Actress Vyjayanthimala was a probable user of Pancake make-up at Gemini Studios.

    Visiting Group

    • In 1952, a group from the Moral Re-Armament army visited Madras and found a warm host in Gemini Studios.

    Theatrical Performances

    • The Moral Re-Armament army presented two plays in Madras in 1952.
    • Their visit influenced the style of Tamil plays for years to come.

    Impressions

    • S.D.S.Yogiar was "terribly impressed" by the performance of the Moral Re-Armament army in Madras.

    Play Characteristics

    • The sets and costumes of the plays presented by the Moral Re-Armament army were notable for their simplicity and elegance.

    Moral Re-Armament Group

    • The Moral Re-Armament group aimed to reform individuals and society through their performances.

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    Explore the interaction between Gemini Studios and Frank Buchman’s Moral Re-Armament army during their visit to Madras in 1952. Learn about the reception of the international group at the famous studio and their activities.

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