Cast: Henri Gouget

Direction Albert Capellani

Cast Eugénie Nau · Alexandre Arquillière · Catherine Fonteney · Jacques Grétillat

Synopsis Drink (1908) is a cinematic adaptation of Émile Zola's novel that delves into the grim consequences of alcoholism. The narrative unfolds as a stark portrayal of human deterioration, focusing on the destructive power of addiction. The film presents a bleak...

Direction Maurice Tourneur

Cast Henry Roussel · Emile Tramont · Henri Gouget

Synopsis The Man with Wax Faces (S) (1914) follows a daring individual who, in an attempt to secure a wager, seeks out the most frightening location in town, which turns out to be a traveling wax museum. He boasts that he...

Direction Victorin-Hippolyte Jasset

Cast Lucien Bataille · Camille Bardou · Henri Gouget · Madeleine Grandjean

Synopsis Balaoo the Demon Baboon (S) (1913) follows the tale of an ape, transformed into a near-human form by Dr. Coriolis and named 'Balaoo'. Enamored by the allure of Dr. Coriolis' niece, Madeleine, Balaoo's curiosity leads him astray, resulting in various...

Direction Victorin-Hippolyte Jasset

Cast Josette Andriot · Henri Gouget · Camille Bardou · Karlmos

Direction Michel Carré

Cast Georges Wague · Henri Gouget · Christiane Mandelys · Gilberte Sergy

Synopsis The Prodigal Son (1907) is a cinematic adaptation divided into three distinct segments. This silent film is recognized for being one of the earliest long feature films to be released in Europe, marking a significant milestone in the early days...

Direction Victorin-Hippolyte Jasset

Cast André Liabel · Josette Andriot · Gilbert Dalleu · Cécile Guyon

Direction Emile Chautard · Victorin-Hippolyte Jasset

Cast Edmond Duquesne · Germaine Dermoz · Roger Karl · Henri Gouget

Synopsis Le mystère de Notre-Dame de Paris (1912) is a poignant drama that explores the trials and tribulations of love. The narrative revolves around the passionate bond between Claude and Germaine, which faces severe challenges when Claude is unjustly accused of...

Direction Victorin-Hippolyte Jasset

Cast Charles Krauss · André Liabel · Marcel Vibert · Cécile Guyon

Synopsis The Great Mine Disaster (1912) marks a significant shift for director Victorin Jasset, who transitioned from fantastical and spectacular themes to a more realistic approach. This film is the first of two adaptations based on the works of Émile Zola,...

Direction Victorin-Hippolyte Jasset

Cast Josette Andriot · Lucien Bataille · Charles Krauss · Henri Gouget

Synopsis Protéa (1913) is the final cinematic work by Victorin-Hippolyte Jasset, a trailblazer in the early days of French cinema. The narrative centers around a daring female spy, an agile Mata-Hari figure, portrayed by Jasset's frequent collaborator, Josette Andriot. Andriot's character...

Direction Victorin-Hippolyte Jasset

Cast Josette Andriot · Henri Gouget · Camille Bardou · Karlmos

Synopsis Bandits en automobile - Épisode 1: La bande de l'auto grise (S) (1912) is a notable early French film directed by Victorin-Hippolyte Jasset, who tragically passed away in 1913 at the age of 51. Jasset, a pioneer in French cinema,...