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The Magic Lantern

The Magic Lantern

2026•29m•NR•Documentary
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A celebration of the magic and wonder of early cinema

The Magic Lantern is a non-narrated celebration of early cinema and silent-film imagination, exploring the early work of pioneers such as Georges Méliès, Eadweard Muybridge, Segundo de Chomón, and Émile Cohl.

Bja Samuel · Director

Bja Samuel · Writer

StatusReleased
Runtime29m
LanguageEN
Release DateMay 11, 2026

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