Thank you Leo for your prompt response.
Here is what I do:
First I select 1 of the 2 panes in my dual display.
The fplder is called 'Film".
I then click Folde- Folder Options.
Then the Display tab.
Here i select 'View as:' (set to the default "Details") and change it to 'Large Icons'.
At the bottom i click 'Apply' and the folder changes to the new look.
Now I go to the top and select Save ---> For this folder.
I click OK.
Close the folder.
Reopen it and i am back to where i started.
The folder opens to the standard 'details look'.