A Nightmare

A Nightmare 1896

6.00

A man has a fantastical nightmare involving, among other things, a grinning malevolent moon.

1896

The One-Man Band

The One-Man Band 1900

6.80

A band-leader has arranged seven chairs for the members of his band. When he sits down in the first chair, a cymbal player appears in the same chair, then rises and sits in the next chair. As the cymbal player sits down, a drummer appears in the second chair, and then likewise moves on to the third chair. In this way, an entire band is soon formed, and is then ready to perform.

1900

Long Distance Wireless Photography

Long Distance Wireless Photography 1908

5.25

Into a photography studio full of large fantastic machines steps an elderly couple. The bearded proprietor explains the equipment and gives them a demonstration: he starts machines whirring, and projects a painting of three women onto a large screen; suddenly the women begin to move. The customers are impressed. First the women sits in the special seat: she's projected onto the screen, and her good nature comes out in the laughing image. Then it's the man's turn, but the machine discloses a vastly different nature in him. Will his reaction threaten our proprietor's inventions?

1908

An Up-to-Date Conjurer

An Up-to-Date Conjurer 1899

6.30

A film from Méliès has him playing a magician who does a few tricks including making a woman disappear.

1899

A Terrible Night

A Terrible Night 1896

5.09

A man tries to get a good night's sleep, but is disturbed by a giant spider that leaps onto his bed, and a battle ensues in hilarious comic fashion.

1896

Playing Cards

Playing Cards 1896

4.80

Three friends are playing cards in a beer garden. One of them orders drinks. The waitress comes back with a bottle of wine and three glasses on a tray. The man serves his friends. They clink glasses and drink. Then the man asks for a newspaper. He reads a funny story in it and the three friends burst out laughing while the waitress merely smiles.

1896

The Black Imp

The Black Imp 1905

6.49

A traveler at an inn is harassed by a mischievous devil in his room.

1905

The Magic Book

The Magic Book 1900

6.16

Characters from a large magic book come to life.

1900

The Wonderful Living Fan

The Wonderful Living Fan 1904

5.11

As a conjurer awaits an audience, a procession announces the arrival of a royal representative, carried in a sedan chair, to see him. The conjurer then has a large box brought in. It is opened, revealing a very large folding fan. When the fan is spread out, the designs on it begin to change and move. And this is far from the last of the surprises that the conjurer has in store.

1904

The Mermaid

The Mermaid 1904

5.59

A magician conjures up a mermaid while fishing.

1904

The Attempt Against the Life of Maitre Labori

The Attempt Against the Life of Maitre Labori 1899

5.50

Maître Labori is seen approaching the bridge of Rennes in company with Colonel Picquart and M. Gast, Mayor of Rennes. They notice that they are followed by another man to whom Colonel Picquart calls Labori's attention. They, however, consider his proximity of no importance, and continue to speak together. As soon as their backs are turned, the man draws a revolver and fires twice at Maître Labori, who is seen to fall to the ground. The culprit makes his escape, pursued by Colonel Picquart and M. Gast.

1899

The Temptation of St. Anthony

The Temptation of St. Anthony 1898

5.81

St. Anthony is tempted by visions of women, including one that is transformed from the image of Jesus Christ Himself!

1898

Misfortune Never Comes Alone

Misfortune Never Comes Alone 1903

5.50

The scene takes place in front of a barrack, where a young soldier is on duty --most laughable and comical

1903

The Famous Box Trick

The Famous Box Trick 1898

6.05

A magician performs a series of magic tricks involving a boy and a box.

1898

The Monster

The Monster 1903

6.00

An Egyptian prince has lost his beloved wife and he has sought a dervish who dwells at the base of the sphinx.

1903

The Drawing Lesson

The Drawing Lesson 1903

4.50

In a corner of the garden we see an ornamental fountain. An old professor comes along, looking for a nice spot where he can teach his pupils. Finding the fountain to his liking he goes after his scholars. A mysterious person who has noticed the old man, by means of a balloon, a handkerchief and a coat, constructs a peculiar figure, doing a lot of tricks at the same time.

1903