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The Arrival of a Train at La Ciotat (1896)

Movie ★ 7.1 1 min

History

A group of people are standing along the platform of a railway station in La Ciotat, waiting for a train. One is seen coming, at some distance, and eventually stops at the platform. Doors of the railway-cars open and attendants help passengers off and on. Popular legend has it that, when this film was shown, the first-night audience fled the café in terror, fearing being run over by the "approaching" train. This legend has since been identified as promotional embellishment, though there is evidence to suggest that people were astounded at the capabilities of the Lumières' cinématographe.

Louis Lumière Director Auguste Lumière Director

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Released
June 30, 1896
Runtime
1 min
IMDb
tt0000012
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Cast

Madeleine Koehler Self Marcel Koehler Self Marguerite Lumière Marguerite Lumière Self Jeanne-Joséphine Lumière Self Rose Lumière Self Suzanne Lumière Self

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Frequently asked questions

What is The Arrival of a Train at La Ciotat about?
A group of people are standing along the platform of a railway station in La Ciotat, waiting for a train. One is seen coming, at some distance, and eventually stops at the platform. Doors of the railway-cars open and attendants help passengers off and on. Popular legend has it that, when this film was shown, the first-night audience fled the café in terror, fearing being run over by the "approaching" train. This legend has since been identified as promotional embellishment, though there is evidence to suggest that people were astounded at the capabilities of the Lumières' cinématographe.
Who directed The Arrival of a Train at La Ciotat?
The Arrival of a Train at La Ciotat was directed by Louis Lumière, Auguste Lumière.
Who stars in The Arrival of a Train at La Ciotat?
The Arrival of a Train at La Ciotat stars Madeleine Koehler, Marcel Koehler, Marguerite Lumière, Jeanne-Joséphine Lumière.
When was The Arrival of a Train at La Ciotat released?
The Arrival of a Train at La Ciotat is a 1896 history film.
Where can I watch The Arrival of a Train at La Ciotat?
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