Saturday, July 29, 2017

Le manoir du diable, or The Haunted Castle (1896): Georges Melies


     Directed by and starring Georges Melies, Le manoir du diable or The Haunted Castle (1896) is a French Silent Film masterpiece that is widely considered to be the both the first Horror film and the first Vampire movie. The story concerns cavaliers battling demons and spectres in a medieval castle. Innovative special effects and camera tricks are showcased nicely.

Le manoir du diable. The Haunted Castle. 1896. Georges Melies

Le manoir du diable. The Haunted Castle. 1896. Georges Melies

Le manoir du diable. The Haunted Castle. 1896. Georges Melies

Le manoir du diable. The Haunted Castle. 1896. Georges Melies

Georges Melies

"The Haunted Castle"