In the mid 70's, Emery Gulash brought his 16mm camera to West Virginia and lovingly photographed the Western Maryland before its total absorption by the B&O and Chessie. Here is mountain railroading in the east at its best. Multi-unit lash-ups of F7's and Geeps were the mainstay of the WM.
On three successive days, Emery shot considerable footage of the struggle through the Appalachians of these vintage trains. The photography--well what can you say...typical Gulash. With incredible composition, many in twilight add to this outstanding DVD of one of America's most beautiful railroads.
Approx. 70 Minutes--Dolbly Digital 2.0 Stereo
On three successive days, Emery shot considerable footage of the struggle through the Appalachians of these vintage trains. The photography--well what can you say...typical Gulash. With incredible composition, many in twilight add to this outstanding DVD of one of America's most beautiful railroads.
Approx. 70 Minutes--Dolbly Digital 2.0 Stereo
Customer Reviews
- 3 of 5
Being mostly a passenger train fan, I didn't have such high hopes I'd like this video. However, I was quite wrong. This program of Emery Gulash films gives an excellent view of the W&M in its last years. F units and early Geeps are in abundance in the various deep purple and red/white liveries. Coal trains over and under viaducts and various freights snaking its way through mountainous territory made for some entertaining viewing. The real star of this show, however, is the videography. It is excellent - especially for 35 year old films. Emery Gulash really shows his perfected film making skills in this program. I would have given it 5 stars, but the musical intro with "best of" scenes is quite lacking - not as good as what I have seen with other Green Frog videos. But overall, very well done.
Additional comments:
Narration: Just enough.
Would kids enjoy this? Maybe.
Image quality: Good.
Value: Fair.
Recommend? Yes.
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