Feature film — 1894

Dickson Experimental Sound Film (1894)

6.10h 1mMusic

William K.L. Dickson plays the violin while two men dance. This is the oldest surviving sound film where sound is recorded on the phonograph.

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A high-signal pick with 123 votes.

Edison Manufacturing Company / National Phonograph Company / Thomas A. Edison, Inc.

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Director: William K.L. Dickson

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Cast & crew

William K.L. Dickson

Self

Charles D'Almaine

Self

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