Revenge of a kinematograph cameraman

Soviet Union, 1912

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Provides an example of an early animated puppet film by Ladislas Starevich, a young Polish artist, who gained international recognition for his pioneering work in animated and trick films. Starevich worked at one time for the Khanzhonkov, a Russian studio, but later emigrated to Paris. His work had a light, satirical touch, which in those days, was almost unique among Russian film-makers. Also known as ‘The Cameraman’s Revenge’ Mrs Beetle is involved with a grasshopper artist while Mr Beetle is seeing a dragonfly cabaret performer! An intricate drama of (f)lies, deceit and the just revenge of the cinematographer. One of Starewicz earlier films, possibly the very first cinematic treatment of insect fidelity.

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director

Ladislas Starevich

production company

British Film Institute

Duration

00:09:30:00

Production places
Soviet Union
Production dates
1912

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