Tag Archives: Georges Melies

Silents are Golden: A History of the Iconic Vitagraph Studios

Silents are Golden: A History of the Iconic Vitagraph Studios If you have even a passing interest in silent film, you’re no doubt familiar with the Keystone Film Company and Biograph–to say nothing of the Georges Méliès and Edison studios. … Continue reading

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Monster and Matinees: Georges Méliès and the Creation of the First Horror Film

Georges Méliès and the Creation of the First Horror Film It started with a bat. And what a perfect opening image it was for the world’s first horror film. After all, the bat has been one of the most iconic … Continue reading

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Silents are Golden: World War I – The Gamechanger of Film History

Silents are Golden: World War I – The Gamechanger of Film History To commemorate the 100th anniversary of the final year of World War I, I decided to write a piece concentrating on the war’s impact on cinema. I hope … Continue reading

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Silents Are Golden: A Look At Six (Very) Early Film Directors

A Look At Six (Very) Early Film Directors You’ve likely all heard about Thomas Edison’s irreplaceable contributions to the development of cinema — particularly as a business — and are probably familiar with the iconic work of Georges “A Trip … Continue reading

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Mini Tribute: Georges Melies

Born December 8, 1861 Cinemagician, Georges Melies! Magician turned Film-Maker, Georges Méliès was a  was a prolific special effects innovator. He created a mind-boggling 550+ films — most famously A Trip to the Moon in 1902, which was AMAZING for … Continue reading

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