The Terrible Eruption of Mount Pelee and Destruction of St. Pierre, Martinique
Original title: Éruption volcanique à la Martinique
1902 · 1 min
Georges MélièsCast
No credited cast is listed for this film.
Plot
This picture depicts the eruption of the volcano by which over 30,000 souls were hurled into eternity. The numerous explosions which took place during the eruption are plain to be seen.
Sinekatalog’s take
A very early short that recreates a famous disaster with painted sets and trick effects. It is a curiosity of pioneer cinema rather than a gripping story. Worth a glance for anyone interested in how the earliest filmmakers staged spectacle.Sinekatalog’s own editorial review – not a user or critic quote.
Ratings
IMDb: 5.3 / 10 (711 votes)
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