Dickson Greeting

Dickson Greeting

1891•1m•4.9/10

Documentary

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4.9/10(68)

William K.L. Dickson brings his hat from his one hand to the other and moves his head slightly, as a small nod toward the audience. This was the first film produced by the Edison Manufacturing Company to be shown to public audiences and the press.

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Edison Studios

Language

XX

Status

Released

Release Date

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William K.L. Dickson

William K.L. Dickson

Himself

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