The Fabulous Fraud

The Fabulous Fraud

NR 1948 · 11 min · ★ 6.3 · Drama

In this John Nesbitt's Passing Parade short, we learn the story of Dr. Franz Anton Mesmer, the man who discovered hypnotism.

Directed by Edward L. Cahn · Written by John Nesbitt

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