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A group of people are standing along the platform of a railway station in La Ciotat, waiting for a train. One is seen coming, at some distance, and eventually stops at the platform. Doors of the railway-cars open and attendants help passengers off and on. Popular legend has it that, when this film was shown, the first-night audience fled the café in terror, fearing being run over by the "approaching" train. This legend has since been identified as promotional embellishment, though there is evidence to suggest that people were astounded at the capabilities of the Lumières' cinématographe.
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Questions about The Arrival of a Train at La Ciotat
How long is The Arrival of a Train at La Ciotat?
The Arrival of a Train at La Ciotat has a runtime of 1m ( and 1 minute).
Who directed The Arrival of a Train at La Ciotat?
The Arrival of a Train at La Ciotat was directed by Louis Lumière and released in 1896.
What genre is The Arrival of a Train at La Ciotat?
The Arrival of a Train at La Ciotat is a History film (1896).
Who stars in The Arrival of a Train at La Ciotat?
The cast of The Arrival of a Train at La Ciotat includes Madeleine Koehler, Marcel Koehler, Marguerite Lumière, Jeanne-Joséphine Lumière, Rose Lumière.
What is the TMDB rating for The Arrival of a Train at La Ciotat?
The Arrival of a Train at La Ciotat has a TMDB rating of 7.1/10 based on 534 votes.
