# John Bengtson

- **Website:** <https://silentlocations.com>
- **Primary alias:** `silentlocations.com`

## Description

John Bengtson is an acclaimed author and film historian known for his insightful exploration of silent film history through the works of comedy legends Charlie Chaplin, Buster Keaton, and Harold Lloyd. His notable books, Silent Echoes, Silent Traces, and Silent Visions, delve into the locations and historical contexts of these iconic films, uncovering the layers of time that have shaped their backdrops. Recognized by The New York Times as the great detective of silent film locations, Bengtson enriches his written work with engaging lectures, having presented at prestigious events like the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences and the Turner Classic Movie Channel Film Festival. He further extends his expertise through a dedicated blog offering tours, videos, and PowerPoint lectures that broaden the understanding of early Hollywood. His expansive research celebrates not only the celebrated clowns but also lesser-known figures such as Harry Langdon and Charley Chase, inviting all to journey back to the magic of silent-era cinema.

## Industries

- 🍿 Arts and Entertainment
- 🍿 Music _(under Arts and Entertainment)_
- 🍿 Performing Arts _(under Arts and Entertainment)_
- 🍿 TV Movies and Streaming _(under Arts and Entertainment)_
- 📊 Business and Consumer Services

## Links

- [twitter](https://twitter.com/silentechoes57)
- [youtube](https://youtube.com/c/DaveGlass)

## Logos & icons

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## Colors

| Name | Hex | Theme |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Peach Yellow | #fadaa8 | accent |
| Spice | #6e4033 | dark |
| Anzac | #de9a4a | light |

## Imagery

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