From the Earth to the Moon is a TV mini-series that explores the Apollo space program and the incredible journey to the moon. It follows the efforts of NASA and a team of astronauts as they overcome various challenges in their quest to reach Earth's satellite. With a focus on historical accuracy and an ensemble cast, this docudrama provides a compelling portrayal of the space race.
In Victorian-era Edinburgh, a boy named Jack is born on the coldest day in history and his heart is replaced with a cuckoo-clock. But he must follow certain rules to keep his clock-heart working. When he falls in love with a singer named Miss Acacia, his heart's delicate balance is put to the test. Jack embarks on a journey to find Miss Acacia, facing dangers and discovering the power of love.
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.
Cineman is a comedy movie that follows the story of a math teacher who stumbles upon a mysterious world of cinema. He gets entangled in various adventures and encounters a woman who holds the key to his survival. As he unravels the secrets of this cinema realm, he must use his knowledge and wit to navigate through the challenges. Along the way, he discovers the influence of famous filmmaker Georges Méliès and encounters a mysterious disease that threatens the existence of this cinematic world.
Playing Cards is a short silent film about everyday life in the 19th century. The film depicts people reading a newspaper, smoking cigarettes, and playing cards. It also shows scenes of camping and gardening. Directed by Georges Melies, the film provides a glimpse into the leisure activities of that era.
The origin of European cinema, from its infancy as a novelty created by French inventors Auguste and Louis Lumière to its flourishing as the pinnacle of film-making in the silent era and as a serious commercial contender against America.
This documentary looks back at the history of automata but also briefly examines the design of the automaton seen in the film "Hugo."
A biographical film about cinematic illusionist Georges Méliès featuring Méliès’s widow, Jeanne d’Alcy, as herself, and their son André as his own father.
The Cinemagician, Georges Méliès is a documentary that delves into the life of Georges Méliès, one of the pioneers of cinema. It chronicles his journey as a filmmaker, his innovations in special effects, and his impact on the art of storytelling through film. With rare footage and interviews, this documentary provides a comprehensive look at the life and career of this influential filmmaker.
A weary clock-maker dozes off in a chair. While he is asleep, three women suddenly appear in the midst of his shop. They proceed to show the sleeping clock-maker some new kinds of clocks that they know how to make.
Explores the complex relationship between the spirit, body, and mind. The film is a nightmare with closed eyes because it counts among the most terrible moments of my life, my second exile, which lasted a very long time. Inspired by an ancient Hindu legend.
The adventures of Melies called super-eight because he is the greatest cursed cineaste and Absynthe, the crazy one, the strada of the breweries. They will meet Garniks who looks for God in the sewers and Carcasse, an anarchist touched by the bottle syndrome. It is also the initiatory journey that Absynthe, the mute, makes, of the lost word, thanks to three men.
An international homage to Méliès in 1988.
A compilation of three short trick films by Georges Méliès: El melómano (1903) (The Melomaniac aka The Music Lover)(1903), El monstruo (1903) (The Monster) (1903) and El verdugo turco (1904) (The Terrible Turkish Executioner) (1904).
In the charming town of Quale Baia, a young man discovers a mysterious dog collar that grants wishes. As he navigates the ups and downs of life, the collar leads him on a hilarious journey filled with laughter, love, and unexpected surprises. With the help of his friends, he learns the true importance of second chances and the power of dreams. Set against the backdrop of a vibrant cinema culture and the fascinating history of film-making, Quale Baia is a heartwarming story that will leave you with a smile on your face.
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