Though Bancroft would receive a n Oscar nomination that same year for his performance in Sternberg’s next film Thunderbolt and both Rosson and Dreier would go on to receive multiple nominations and awards throughout their careers, this expressionist masterpiece, now considered one of the last great American silents, received no recognition in its year. Sternberg’s sensational film was a major production for Paramount, a follow-up to the director’s surprise 1927 smash Underworld that was specifically engineered to showcase the studio’s brightest talents alongside its newly anointed star director, including cinematographer Harold Rosson ( The Wizard of Oz ), art director Hans Dreier ( Sunset Boulevard ), and screen idol Bancroft. There, he quickly falls for tough-talking bar wench Mae (Compson) after rescuing her from drowning herself off the docks. Steam engine stoker Bill Roberts (Bancroft, bronzed in grease and soot) seeks seedy relief from his infernal labors in the dancehalls and saloons along the fog-enshrouded waterfront of lower New York. With George Bancroft, Betty Compson, Ogla Baclanova. 35mm print courtesy of the UCLA Film & Television Archive. All maneuvers are more easily accomplished if the boat has twin engines, rather than a single engine.February 18 screening features live piano accompaniment by Makia Matsumuraĭir. Since the boat cannot move forward and the rudder is pushing the stern in, the boat will pin itself against the dock while you secure the other lines. With the engine idling forward, turn the wheel away from the dock as illustrated below. To push the stern in using the rudder, attach an after bow spring to keep the boat from moving forward. The rudder will be used to bring the stern in. The procedure is different for boats with inboard engines. The boat can then be secured with the stern line. In boats with an outboard, or inboard/outboard engine, the engine is turned towards the dock and put in reverse. If the wind is offshore (blowing away from the dock), you should approach the dock at a 20 to 30 degree angle. It can then be secured by bow, stern and spring lines. ![]() If the wind is onshore (blowing toward the dock), the boat is brought to a position parallel to the dock and about two feet off. Be sure to control speed when leaving the dock and check for other boats, swimmers or other obstacles.īefore approaching the dock, one end of the docking lines should be secured onboard fenders readied and speed reduced. ![]() Once you are clear of the dock, stow lines and fenders so they will not be in the way or pose a tripping hazard. Remember: A boat does not steer like a car, it pivots on its axis. Be careful to make sure you have been pushed safely away and that the stern will not hit the dock as you motor forward and turn. When clear and safely away from the dock and other boats, shift to forward and depart at idle speed.ģ. Cast off lines and pull in fenders as the wind blows you away.Ģ. When the wind or current is pushing your boat away from the dock the procedure is simple.ġ. This not only protects their safety but their pride as well.) Be specific and give direction if you ask for their help. (A Note from the Crew: Do not assume that your passengers have the same experience that you have or that they can read your mind. ![]() You should consider the traffic in the area, the direction of wind and current and the depth of the water. Prior to getting underway, you should implement an undocking plan with the help of your passengers. Prior planning and practice will not only keep you and your passengers safe and protect your boat, it will also help you avoid serious personal humiliation. It’s inevitable that when conditions are at their worst, you’ll have an audience.
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