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Cinderella

Cinderella

Oct 01, 1899 · 6m

Rated 6.2 out of 10

Director

Georges Méliès

Overview

A fairy godmother magically turns Cinderella's rags to a beautiful dress, and a pumpkin into a coach. Cinderella goes to the ball, where she meets the Prince - but will she remember to leave before the magic runs out? Méliès based the art direction on engravings by Gustave Doré. First known example of a fairy-tale adapted to film, and the first film to use dissolves to go from one scene to another.

About Cinderella

What is Cinderella about?

A fairy godmother magically turns Cinderella's rags to a beautiful dress, and a pumpkin into a coach. Cinderella goes to the ball, where she meets the Prince - but will she remember to leave before the magic runs out? Méliès based the art direction on engravings by Gustave Doré. First known example of a fairy-tale adapted to film, and the first film to use dissolves to go from one scene to…

When was Cinderella released?

Cinderella was released on October 1, 1899.

How long is Cinderella?

Cinderella runs 6 minutes.

Who directed Cinderella?

Cinderella was directed by Georges Méliès.

Who is in the cast of Cinderella?

The cast of Cinderella includes Georges Méliès (le gnome de la pendule / le suisse à l'entrée de l'église), Bleuette Bernon (Marraine la bonne fée), Carmelli (Le Prince Charmant), Jehanne d'Alcy (La Reine Mère) and Dupeyron (Un invité à la fête).

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