1895

1895

1995 · 29 min · ★ 6.9 · History, Animation

1895 is a picture about the life of brothers Auguste and Louis Lumiere, who have immortalized their names as inventors of cinematography. What inspired them?

Directed by Janno Põldma · Written by Priit Pärn

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