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Old Dogs, New Tricks: From Magic Tricks to Trick Films, Part 3.2

Dec 10, 2022
50 mins

Episode Description

In Episode 5, we delve head-first into the film output of G. A. Smith and the many advances in filmmaking for which he was responsible. We discuss films such as Old Man Drinking a Beer, Photographing a Ghost, A Seen Through a TelescopeKiss In the Tunnel, and Santa Claus, among others. We continue to trace the development of film technology with advances such as the Biokam and Kinemacolor. Along the way we become obsessed with x-rays, just like the Victorians; briefly discuss English filmmaker James Williamson and Indian filmmaker D. G. Phalke; trudge through the messiness of copyright and distribution in the Victorian film business; and much more! Be sure to visit our website https://www.rhapsodyin35mmpodcast.com/ to view credits for this episode, as well as transcripts and tons of supplemental content. Please subscribe, rate, and comment.

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