The Arrival of a Train at La Ciotat
Jun 30, 1896 · 1m
Director
Louis Lumière, Auguste LumièreOverview
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.
Cast of The Arrival of a Train at La Ciotat
Crew of The Arrival of a Train at La Ciotat
About The Arrival of a Train at La Ciotat
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…
When was The Arrival of a Train at La Ciotat released?
The Arrival of a Train at La Ciotat was released on June 30, 1896.
How long is The Arrival of a Train at La Ciotat?
The Arrival of a Train at La Ciotat runs 1 minute.
Who directed The Arrival of a Train at La Ciotat?
The Arrival of a Train at La Ciotat was directed by Louis Lumière and Auguste Lumière.
Who is in the cast of The Arrival of a Train at La Ciotat?
The cast of The Arrival of a Train at La Ciotat includes Madeleine Koehler (Self), Marcel Koehler (Self), Marguerite Lumière (Self), Jeanne-Joséphine Lumière (Self) and Rose Lumière (Self).