Admiral Dewey Leading Land Parade
George Dewey was an admiral in the U.S. Navy who is best remembered for his victory at Manila Bay during the Spanish-American War, which he won without the death of a single person in the battle. Needless to say since he was a big hero in this country Edison decided to film him at various stages and release them to make some money.
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📋 Film Details
| Year | 1899 |
| Country | United States of America |
| Genre | Documentary |
| Director | James H. White |
| Runtime | 4 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 2.7/10 (3 votes) |
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The film constructs a historical record, relying on the sheer novelty of motion pictures to capture a public icon at the peak of his fame. The static frame fills with authentic movement, offering an unfiltered glimpse into collective celebration.
What lingers after viewing is the palpable sense of witnessing a raw, unmediated moment where cinema itself was a headline attraction. — MovieFinder Editorial
Director: James H. White
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