The Real Georges Méliès
Friday, November 18, at 4:30 pm
American University Library
Media Classroom
Lower Level
Discover the films of George Méliès, whose life and work structure the story of Martin Scorsese’s HUGO. Professor Despina Kakoudaki will present an overview of early cinema, show and discuss some of Méliès most beloved films, and screen Trip to the Moon (1902).
The Media Classroom is located in Media Services, on the lower level of the American University Library. Inquire at the Media Services desk and we’ll direct you to the screening room.
More Georges Méliès can be found here in Media Services:
Méliès le cinémagicien – DVD 540
The great train robbery and other primary works – DVD 551
A Trip to the Moon
The Magic of Méliès – DVD 554
Georges Méliès̀: first wizard of cinema (1896-1913) – DVD 4141
Landmarks of early film: Vol. 1 – DVD 6116
A Trip to the Moon
Saved from the flames: 54 rare and restored films – DVD 7271
Excelsior! Prince of Magicians