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Whimsical Illusions

Whimsical Illusions

19096.20h 5m

Overview

In this hand-colored short, a magician and his assistant do a series of magic tricks, including making potted plants appear, among others. Melies played the magician, and the actor Manuel played his assistant.

Directed by Georges Méliès
Written by Georges Méliès
Produced by Georges Méliès
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Top Cast

Georges Méliès

Georges Méliès

The Magician

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Manuel

The Assistant

Themes & Keywords

skeletonsanta claussilent filmshort film

About Whimsical Illusions

Whimsical Illusions is a comedy, fantasy film released in 1909 exploring themes of skeleton, santa claus, silent film, short film. Directed by Georges Méliès, it stars Georges Méliès, Manuel. In this hand-colored short, a magician and his assistant do a series of magic tricks, including making potted plants appear, among others. Melies played the magician, and the actor Manuel played his assistant.

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