WHEN Thomas H Ince conceived the idea of building his own studio, he
was determined to have it different from the others. Among other plans submitted
to him was one that suggested to him the plan he finally carried out.
He had the whole front building made a replica of George Washington's
home at Mount Vernon. The result is that it looks like a beautiful residence
from the boulevard. The Ince studio is right in the center of Culver City.
In back of the impressive office building are two glass stages. Ince
only has two or three companies working continually and there is ample space
to accommodate them on the two stages.
Mr. Ince does not lease out space to any other company. His equipment
is new and complete to the extent of having his own laboratory, generating
plant and carpenter shops. There is also a large wardrobe department. |