Dickson Greeting

Dickson Greeting (1891)

May 20th, 18910h 1min

Documentary
49%

Overview

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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