Emile Reynaud
Jan 01, 1986 · 11m
Director
Pierre LevieOverview
The 8th short film as part of the Magica series dealing with pre-cinema. Fictionalised documentary about Emile Reynau who invented the praxinoscope and its system of central mirrors. He then projects his paper strips into the projection praxinoscope before creating the Théâtre Optique, presented at the Musée Grévin. The perforated strips are fragile and often break. The show is cancelled. Reynaud tries to apply photography to his praxinoscope, but without success. Desperate and ruined, he throws his strips into the Seine. Only two survived.
Cast of Emile Reynaud
Crew of Emile Reynaud
About Emile Reynaud
What is Emile Reynaud about?
The 8th short film as part of the Magica series dealing with pre-cinema. Fictionalised documentary about Emile Reynau who invented the praxinoscope and its system of central mirrors. He then projects his paper strips into the projection praxinoscope before creating the Théâtre Optique, presented at the Musée Grévin. The perforated strips are fragile and often break. The show is cancelled…
When was Emile Reynaud released?
Emile Reynaud was released on January 1, 1986.
How long is Emile Reynaud?
Emile Reynaud runs 11 minutes.
Who directed Emile Reynaud?
Emile Reynaud was directed by Pierre Levie.
Who is in the cast of Emile Reynaud?
The cast of Emile Reynaud includes Michael Lonsdale (Narrator), Jean-Marc Turine (Emile Reynaud), Benjamin Erlish (Piano player) and Alexandro Lopez (Baritone singer).