Les Kirikiri :: Acrobates Japonais
This film from 1907, directed by Segundo de Chomón (1871-1929), is an inspiration for many artists nowadays, including for the French choreographer Philippe Decouflé. Look his video.
Chomón witnessed the birth of the cinematograph in 1896 during a stay in Paris. This Spanish man originating from Teruel quits his office job and starts working for George Méliès as a colorist. Chomón was expert in special effects and later he was hired by Pathé to
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