Georges Méliès: The First Wizard of Cinema (1896-1913)

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Georges Méliès: The First Wizard of Cinema (1896-1913) (2008)

Directed by Georges Méliès

Fantasy, Science Fiction, Comedy · 13h 02m

A comprehensive landmark collection celebrating the foundational work of French illusionist and cinema pioneer Georges Méliès. Painstakingly assembled from archival holdings worldwide by film preservers Eric Lange and David Shepard, this 5-disc collection spans Méliès' entire cinematic career across 173 rare, original silent films—ranging from his debut, Playing Cards (Partie de cartes, 1896), to his final production, Voyage de la famille Bourrichon (1913). Showcasing masterpieces like A Trip to the Moon (Le Voyage dans la Lune, 1902) alongside hand-tinted prints and special effects marvels, the set captures the birth of narrative trick photography, fantasy, and cinematic showmanship.

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Cast

Georges Méliès Various Roles Jeanne Calvière Various Roles Jehanne d'Alcy Various Roles Bleuette Bernon Various Roles

Crew

Director
Georges Méliès
Writer
Georges Méliès

Details

Release date
2008-03-11
Runtime
13h 02m
Genres
Fantasy, Science Fiction, Comedy
Original language
EN
Spoken languages
English