Upper Rapids, from Bridge


1896

Brief Synopsis

"The grand rapids of Niagara are here shown in a realistic manner--the great volume of water pouring over the falls, together with the mist and spray arising therefrom, is shown with the greatest fidelity to nature, and one can almost hear the roar of the water."

Cast & Crew

W. K. L. Dickson

Camera

Film Details

Release Date
Sep 1896
Premiere Information
not available
Production Company
American Mutoscope Co.
Distribution Company
American Mutoscope Co.
Country
United States

Technical Specs

Sound
Silent
Color
Black and White
Theatrical Aspect Ratio
1.36 : 1
Film Length
25 or 140ft

Synopsis

Biograph summary: The grand rapids of Niagara are here shown in a realistic manner--the great volume of water pouring over the falls, together with the mist and spray arising therefrom, is shown with the greatest fidelity to nature, and one can almost hear the roar of the waters.

Film Details

Release Date
Sep 1896
Premiere Information
not available
Production Company
American Mutoscope Co.
Distribution Company
American Mutoscope Co.
Country
United States

Technical Specs

Sound
Silent
Color
Black and White
Theatrical Aspect Ratio
1.36 : 1
Film Length
25 or 140ft

Quotes

Trivia

Biograph production number 71.

Notes

Footage also used in Rock of Ages [#1728] and A Nymph of the Waves [#1716].