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A Message to Napoleon at Elba

1909 · 13 min
2.0 / 10 · TMDB

A group of sworn Napoleon supporters decide to inform the emperor of the plans for his release from captivity on Elba. They send a messenger off to the island, but because one of the conspirators has betrayed the plan, the journey becomes perilous. (Stumfilm.dk)

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Original Title Et budskab til Napoleon paa Elba
Year 1909
Director Viggo Larsen
Runtime 13 min.
Rating TMDB: 2.0/10 (1 votes)

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The film constructs its suspense through the minimalist yet expressive tools of early cinema—sharp cuts, close-ups of anxious faces, and dynamic chase sequences. It relies on a clear drama of betrayal and duty, where every gesture carries weight.

What lingers after viewing is a sense of pure visual storytelling, where the adventure unfolds without a single intertitle, reminding us of cinema's foundational power. — MovieFinder Editorial

Director: Viggo Larsen

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Watch in silence or with period-accurate piano accompaniment to fully absorb the rhythm of early filmmaking.

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