Tuesday short film: A Trip to the Moon (1902)





A Trip to the Moon (aka Le voyage dans la lune). The iconic 13 minute silent film by Georges Méliès. A group of astronomers go on an expedition to the moon. For its time, a landmark achievement for special effects. Be cautious of youtube, many videos don't include the ending. A restored hand-tinted version was presented at the 2011 Cannes Film Festival with a soundtrack by the French band Air. Music by Air works well with the images, in fact I prefer the album combined with the film. Having watched color and black & white versions, I have to admit the color version was easier to follow what was going on. The first known science fiction film.









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6 comments:

  1. The soundtrack by air is a nice touch. My son loves the movie so I watched the standard Youtube version many times. This is a new way to see it and much appreciated.

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    1. @TSorensen: A film for young and old! Hope you enjoy the color version with the new soundtrack

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  2. I have to admit that I've been meaning to watch this film for ages and never have. Will have to change that, especially since it is so short!

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    1. @Nostra: If you are interested in film history, this one is essential

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  3. Great choice. This short is a classic, for sure. It's hard to believe Méliès accomplished this almost 115 years ago.

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    1. @Josh: Yes, impressive for the time it was made. The face on the moon is unforgettable

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