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Dickson Greeting
Dickson Greeting

Dickson Greeting

Genres

Documentary

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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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Budget

$--

Revenue

$--

Status

Released

Original Language

Runtime

1 mins

Rating

4.9/10

Release Date

20 May 1891

Country

United States of America

Cast

William K.L. Dickson

William K.L. Dickson

Himself

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