James Williamson

Works
Director (3),
Birthday
1855-11-08

James Williamson - Director known for his work in such projects: «Fire!» (1901), «Stop Thief!» (1901), «Magic Extinguisher» (1901),

James A. Williamson (8 November 1855 – 18 August 1933) was a Scottish photographer and a key member of the loose association of early film pioneers dubbed the Brighton School by French film historian Georges Sadoul. He is best known for The Big Swallow (1901), a trick film with innovative use of extreme close-up, as well as Fire! and Stop Thief! (both 1901), dramas with continuity established across multiple shots.

The most significant works of James Williamson

Magic Extinguisher poster
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Fire! poster
Fire! 1901
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Stop Thief! poster
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