We always called them “previews.” I never noticed when the common term changed to “trailer.” Of course the green label on the screen before the trailer calls it a preview. Now I’m doubly confused.
Movies used to run continuously. And there was more than just the feature, usually cartoons, news reels, short subjects and the feature the trailers. You went to the movie anytime and watched until it started to repeat. That is where the phrase “This is where we came in.” meaning time to leave came from.
Say What Now‽ Premium Member over 11 years ago
or rewinding the show.
Sillstaw over 11 years ago
When people stop using film, who will remember why we call it “footage?”
ambassadorstt over 11 years ago
A “Trailer” is always after the vehicle ….not before.
William Reynolds over 11 years ago
Don’t worry, pal. You’ve got lots of company.
dsom8 over 11 years ago
We always called them “previews.” I never noticed when the common term changed to “trailer.” Of course the green label on the screen before the trailer calls it a preview. Now I’m doubly confused.
NELS BALWIT Premium Member over 11 years ago
Movies used to run continuously. And there was more than just the feature, usually cartoons, news reels, short subjects and the feature the trailers. You went to the movie anytime and watched until it started to repeat. That is where the phrase “This is where we came in.” meaning time to leave came from.
InTraining Premium Member over 11 years ago
Thats the problem…people like F&E talking during the show…. ! ! !
Rickapolis over 11 years ago
‘Headers’ doesn’t have the same ring to it.
Richard V Anderson over 11 years ago
And Mississippi river towboats push their barges …… sometimes into bridges. Bad boat. BAD BOAT!!