1897 in Movies

Movie reviews for movies (very short films) made in 1897. Dates from IMDB.

 

1. “The Bewitched Inn,” directed by Georges Melies (10/10)

A man enters a hotel room and the room goes crazy. Must be seen. And absolute landmark.

 

2. “The Vanishing Lady,” directed by Georges Melies (9/10)

An early document of a magic trick.

 

3. “Between Calais and Dover,” directed by Georges Melies (8/10)

And early recreation of a rough boat ride.

 

4. “The Surrender of Tournavos,” directed by Georges Melies (8/10)

The first war film?

 

5. “Card Party,” directed by George Melies

An early short documenting a card game.