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Mr. Edison at Work in His Chemical Laboratory

1897 · 1 min Documentary
5.2 / 10 · TMDB

“This film is remarkable in several respects. In the first place, it is full life-size. Secondly, it is the only accurate recent portrait of the great inventor. The scene is an actual one, showing Mr. Edison in working dress engaged in an interesting chemical experiment in his great Laboratory. There is sufficient movement to lead the spectator through the several processes of mixing, pouring, testing, etc. as if he were side by side with the principal. The lights and shadows are vivid, and the apparatus and other accessories complete a startling picture that will appeal to every beholder.” (Edison Catalog)

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Year 1897
Country United States of America
Genre Documentary
Director James H. White
Runtime 1 min.
Rating TMDB: 5.2/10 (39 votes)

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The film constructs a direct observation, relying on the documentary value of the captured moment. It explores not so much the experiment itself, but the figure of Edison through the lens of his daily work, using the close-up and natural lighting to create a sense of presence.

What lingers after viewing is the rare sensation of standing shoulder-to-shoulder with a legend of science in his working guise, feeling the near-tactile authenticity of a historical frame. — MovieFinder Editorial

Director: James H. White

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In subdued light and silence, like observing through museum glass.

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