The read
It runs a compact 1m.
Synopsis
A romantic couple are transformed into skeletons via X-Rays. The film combines two very recent innovations: Wilhelm Roentgen's discovery of X-rays in 1895, and Georges Méliès' accidental realisation of the special-effects potential of the jump-cut in 1896.
Ratings
IMDb6.1/10
67 audience votes
Key crew
- George Albert SmithWriter
- George Albert SmithDirector
Cast
- Laura BayleyWoman
- Tom GreenProfessor
Stills
Themes
skeletonsilent filmx rayed skeletonx-raytrick film