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Dickson Experimental Sound Film

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6.1/10 • 110

1894-08-310h 1m

MusicDocumentary

William K.L. Dickson plays the violin while two men dance. This is the oldest surviving sound film where sound is recorded on the phonograph.

Directors
William K.L. Dickson, William Heise

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  1. William K.L. Dickson

    William K.L. Dickson

    Self

  2. Charles D'Almaine

    Charles D'Almaine

    Self

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lolwhut5674

Oct 27, 2024

6/10

There's something very charming hearing the tune of the violin with the crackles expected from record such old audio. The fact that we are even able to play both video and audio together shows this is definitely a film for the history books. Even though it isn't even the focus of the film, being able to subtly hear the director's voice caught on the recording gives this a more home movie film vibe.

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Status
Released
Original Language
English
Budget
--
Revenue
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Keywords
violinblack and whiteshort filmmusicsoundexperimental film