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
Directed by Georges Melies, Apres le bal, or After the Ball (1897) is often considered to be one of the first "Adult Films". The short French Silent Film depicts a woman disrobing and being bathed by a maid.
Directed by and starring Georges Melies, Le melamine, or The Music Lover (1903) is a French Silent Film masterpiece that showcases some of his most memorable effects... particularly removing his own head and tossing it. The story concerns a marching band leader that demonstrates a unique way of writing music.
Le melomane. The Music Lover. 1903. Georges Melies
Le melomane. The Music Lover. 1903. Georges Melies
Le melomane. The Music Lover. 1903. Georges Melies
Le melomane. The Music Lover. 1903. Georges Melies
