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1895

1895 is a picture about the life of brothers Auguste and Louis Lumiere, who have immortalized their names as inventors of cinematography. What inspired them?

Top Cast

  • Frank Boyle

    Frank Boyle

    Narrator (voice)

  • Tõnu Mikiver

    Tõnu Mikiver

    Narrator (voice)

Overview

1895 is a picture about the life of brothers Auguste and Louis Lumiere, who have immortalized their names as inventors of cinematography. What inspired them?

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