Movies and TvShows featuring "early-cinema" theme.
A Trip to the Moon is a silent science fiction film directed by Georges Méliès. It follows a group of space explorers who travel to the moon, encounter extraterrestrial life, and escape back to Earth. The film is a satirical take on scientific expeditions and features imaginative and fantastical elements.
In this groundbreaking documentary film from 1895, the Lumière brothers capture a brief but significant moment in history as workers leave their jobs at the Lumière Factory in Lyon. The film showcases the era's working class, transportation methods, and provides a glimpse into factory life in the late 19th century.
The Arrival of a Train at La Ciotat is a short documentary film that showcases the everyday life at a train station in La Ciotat, France. The film captures the arrival of a steam train and the passengers disembarking from it. This iconic silent film provides a glimpse into the early days of cinema and serves as a testament to the evolution of transportation in the 19th century.
The Astronomer's Dream is a silent film from 1898 that depicts the bizarre dream of an astronomer. The film showcases surreal comedy, fairy-tale fantasy, and supernatural horror elements. It follows the story of an astronomer who falls asleep and dreams of encountering various supernatural entities such as demons and fairies. The film features trick photography and explores themes of absurdity and dreaming. The astronomer's dream takes him to the moon, where he encounters strange creatures and experiences a series of bizarre and surreal events.
Mabel wakes up in a hotel room and finds herself in a series of comedic situations involving a dog, a bellman, a drunken man, and hiding under a bed.
Suspense is a silent film that follows the story of a woman who becomes the target of a home invasion. Locked inside her house, she must use her wits to outsmart the intruder and protect herself.
Cinderella is a young woman who lives a life of servitude under her stepmother and stepsisters. With the help of her fairy godmother, she is magically transformed and attends the royal ball, where she captures the heart of the prince. However, her magical transformation expires at midnight, leading to a race against time to return home before she reverts back to her ordinary life.
Making a Living is a silent film comedy that tells the story of a scoundrel paperboy in Los Angeles who gets involved in theft, scoop reporting, and romantic rivalries. With slapstick comedy and a touch of romance, this early cinema debut is a must-watch.
Probably filmed in 1895, a group of people stand along the platform of a railway station in La Ciotat, waiting for a train. The train pulls up and attendants help passengers off and on. This was not in the Lumière's official catalog, and was likely screened in early 1896. This film is often misidentified on Youtube as "L'Arrivée d’un train à La Ciotat", which is the title of the 1897 remake.
In a medieval castle, a dark magician thought to be Mephistopheles conjures up a series of bizarre creatures and events in order to torment a pair of interloping cavaliers.
After a man eats a Welsh rarebit, he falls into a series of bizarre and fantastical dreams involving gluttony, levitation, and falling through ceilings.
An account of the extraordinary life of film pioneer Georges Méliès (1861-1938) and the amazing story of the copy in color of his masterpiece “A Trip to the Moon” (1902), unexpectedly found in Spain and restored thanks to the heroic efforts of a group of true cinema lovers.
The House of Ghosts is a comedy animation film about a group of friends who get trapped in a haunted mansion during a tempestuous night. They encounter mischievous ghosts and paranormal phenomena, leading to hilarious and spooky situations. The friends must find a way to escape the mansion and overcome their fears before the night is over.
In the kingdom of fairies, a curse has trapped the magical realm. The evil witch has cast a spell, causing chaos and destruction. The fairy princess must find a way to break the curse and restore peace. With the help of her loyal subjects and magical creatures, she embarks on a perilous journey. Along the way, she encounters treacherous sea creatures, battles with a gargoyle, and uncovers the hidden secrets of an underwater city. As she fights against the forces of evil, she must also confront her own inner demons and prove her bravery and strength.
In this early cinema masterpiece, Santa Claus visits a family on Christmas Eve, magically entering their home through the chimney. The film showcases trick photography and delightful scenes of children on Christmas night.
In this early cinema masterpiece, a group of nuns face off against a devil in disguise. With the help of an angel, they battle evil forces in their monastery abbey. The movie combines comedy, fantasy, and horror elements.
A wagon train heading west across the great desert runs out of water, and is attacked by Indians. One man -- their last hope -- is sent out to find water.
In this silent film, a young girl takes care of her sick kitten by giving it medicine and lots of love. Despite encountering some challenges along the way, the girl's dedication and care help the kitten recover.
A family is threatened by a group of burglars who invade their home, but the father must protect his wife and daughter at all costs.
Annie Oakley is a documentary short film that showcases the talent and skills of the famous sharpshooter. The film gives a glimpse into her life and her prowess with a Winchester rifle. It also highlights her performances in wild west shows and exhibition events, including her incredible accuracy in target shooting and clay pigeon shooting. This early cinema masterpiece captures the essence of Annie Oakley's legacy and her impact on the wild west.