A Fair to Remember (film)

A Fair to Remember is a documentary film about the State Fair of Texas that debuted in February 2007 at the Hall of State on the grounds of Fair Park in Dallas, Texas.

A Fair to Remember
Directed byAllen Mondell
Cynthia Salzman Mondell
Written byAllen Mondell
Cynthia Salzman Mondell
Produced byAllen Mondell
Cynthia Salzman Mondell
Phillip Allen
Narrated byBarry Corbin
Music byBrave Combo
Release date
  • February 2007 (2007-02)
CountryUnited States
LanguageEnglish

Synopsis

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The film chronicles the history of the State Fair of Texas beginning in 1886. It covers the banning of gambling at the fair, early Midway rides and some of Dallas' firsts such as electric lights, power stations and air planes. Old stock footage of the State Fair shows why it attracted people from all over the country. It includes scenes from the bake-offs and cook-offs held annually, plus a comical scene that has women singing a song about SPAM. A Fair to Remember also shows foods that have been included at the fair. Interviews of attendees provide a look into historical Dallas.

Production

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The film was written, directed and produced by Allen Mondell, Cynthia Salzman Mondell and co-produced by Phillip Allen. Narration is provided by actor and Texas native Barry Corbin. Original music provided by Brave Combo.

Other films by the Mondells

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References

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[1] Mitchell, Keri (September 2007). "A Sense of Direction" (PDF).[permanent dead link] p. 42-47. Retrieved on October 1, 2007.

[2] CBS Channel 11, Dallas, TX [3] Retrieved October 2, 2007.

[4] Meyer, John P. (2007-09-05). "Free film screening: A Fair To Remember". Archived from the original on 2013-01-31. Retrieved 2007-10-01.

[5] Vognar, Chris (2007-02-28). "AFI film fest lineup announced".[permanent dead link] Retrieved October 1, 2007.

[6] Menzer, Katie (2007-02-15). "State Fair is the star of new film". Retrieved October 1, 2007.

[7] Preservation Tree Services. Proud sponsor of A Fair to Remember television broadcast https://web.archive.org/web/20071013030047/http://preservationtree.com/content.asp?menuid=&contentid=news&content=Details&id=69 Retrieved October 1, 2007.

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