20th century film clips.

Helen’s Home Movies

Helen’s Original Work

Authentic 1920’s and 30’s home movies filmed by Helen Stein Johnson on a 1925 Cine-Kodak Model B.

1929, Bringing in the Christmas Tree

Filmed in 1929, this clip is among some of Helen’s earliest footage.

It shows the Johnson family and their neighbors carrying a freshly-chopped Christmas tree.

Helen’s Work in Color

AI-colorized clips of Helen’s original films, carefully done to highlight and preserve her skilled camera work.

1929, Bringing in the Christmas Tree

Filmed in 1929, this clip is among some of Helen’s earliest footage. It was colorized in 2026 using AI technology.

It shows the Johnson family and their neighbors carrying a freshly-chopped Christmas tree.