The X-Ray Fiend
5.5
1897
0h 1m
A romantic couple are transformed into skeletons via X-Rays. The film combines two very recent innovations: Wilhelm Roentgen's discovery of X-rays in 1895, and Georges Méliès' accidental realisation of the special-effects potential of the jump-cut in 1896.
Movie Information
Status
Released
Release Date
October 1, 1897
Runtime
0h 1m
Rating
5.5
(62 votes)
Genres
Comedy
Horror
Production Companies
George Albert Smith Films
Overview
A romantic couple are transformed into skeletons via X-Rays. The film combines two very recent innovations: Wilhelm Roentgen's discovery of X-rays in 1895, and Georges Méliès' accidental realisation of the special-effects potential of the jump-cut in 1896.
