Melies the Magician

THE MAGIC OF MÉLIÈS : Witnesses and historians tell Méliès' incredible story. Uses rare archival footage, film excerpts, and reconstructions to reveal the life, art, and unique techniques of this film pioneer. Méliès' innovations, including special effects, hand-tinting, backdrops, and costumes shaped the course of film history.MÉLIÈS MAGIC SHOW : The 15 shorts presented demonstrate the breath of Méliès' command of different genres, including trick film, spectacle, burlesque, and fantasy film.