The Magic of Méliès
A walk through the life and work of the brilliant French filmmaker Georges Méliès (1861-1938), pioneer of special and visual effects.
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📋 Film Details
| Original Title | La Magie Méliès |
| Year | 1997 |
| Country | France |
| Genre | Documentary, History |
| Director | Jacques Mény |
| Runtime | 131 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 7.1/10 (11 votes) |
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🎬 MovieFinder's Take
The Magic of Méliès is a solid entry rated 7.1/10. Not a masterpiece, but quality work that won't leave you disappointed.
A high rating speaks for itself — this film found its audience and didn't let them down. Trust the collective taste.
A classic from 1997. They don't make them like this anymore — which is exactly why you should watch it. Best for: viewers looking to try something new without being too demanding.
— MovieFinder Editorial
🎭 Cast
Marina Moncade
Self - Narrator (voice)
Daniel Ceccaldi
Méliès (voice)
Charles-Antoine Decroix
Salesman (voice)
Abdul Alafrez
Magician
Claire Mosser
Magician's Assistant
Didier Cremer
Young Méliès
Alain Kanto
Magic Lantern Operator
Philippe Duval
Announcer
François Riou
The Drawing Hand
Clara Mény
Child Madeleine
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