James Williamson

James Williamson

Рождение : 1855-11-08, Kirkaldy, Scotland, UK

Смерть : 1933-08-18

История

James A. Williamson (8 November 1855 – 18 August 1933) was a Scottish photographer and a key member of the loose association of early film pioneers dubbed the Brighton School by French film historian Georges Sadoul. He is best known for The Big Swallow (1901), a trick film with innovative use of extreme close-up, as well as Fire! and Stop Thief! (both 1901), dramas with continuity established across multiple shots.

Профиль

James Williamson

Фильмы

The History of a Butterfly: A Romance of Insect Life
Director
Directed by one of the pioneers of the cinematic industry, James Williamson, The History of a Butterfly - A Romance of Insect Life is an intriguing look at the life cycles of butterflies and moths. Caterpillars are seen hatching, feeding and ready for pupation and with three caterpillars changing into chrysalis and the birth of a peacock butterfly, this black and white silent film is an early example of British natural history filmmaking.
The Boy and the Convict
Executive Producer
A boy helps a convict to escape after meeting him at his mother's graveyard. The convict gets rich in Australia and when he returns is arrested again but released in the last moment after a dying convict confesses.
The Village Fire Brigade
Director
A village fire brigade puts out a fire.
£100 Reward
Director
A poor family, suffering from a lack of food, plan to sell their dog to gain some extra income. Before they act on their plan, the dog discovers some buried jewels. These turn out to be stolen, and the family are given a £100 reward.
Flying the Foam and Some Fancy Diving
Director
Self-styled pier entertainer 'Professor' Reddish was a specialist in the "flying the foam" stunt, which involved mounting a bicycle and riding it down a steep ramp and then off the end of Brighton's West Pier into the sea. (BFI)
The Polite Lunatic
Director
A workman flees from a lunatic who wishes to return a putty knife.
Our New Errand Boy
grocer
A mischievous errand boy, sent out on a delivery, causes havoc in the streets of Hove. When he arrives back at the shop, he finds all his furious victims are already there complaining to the grocer -- and the chase is on!
Our New Errand Boy
Director
A mischievous errand boy, sent out on a delivery, causes havoc in the streets of Hove. When he arrives back at the shop, he finds all his furious victims are already there complaining to the grocer -- and the chase is on!
An Interesting Story
Director
The adventures of an inattentive man who can't look away from his book.
Gabriel Grub the Surly Sexton
Director
A sexton reforms after dreaming of abduction by goblins.
The Little Match Seller
Director
A short melodrama based on Hans Christian Andersen's harrowing tale. A poor little girl tries to sell matchsticks in the freezing December cold. She lights matches for some light and warmth. There are visions: a fireplace, dinner, a Christmas tree. She sees her dead mother, welcoming her.
A Reservist Before and After the War
Director
Short film about a man embarking on and returing from war. A print survives at the BFI.
The Puzzled Bather and His Animated Clothes
Director
As a man removes his clothes to bathe, more reappear on him.
Magic Extinguisher
Director
A conjurer vanishes animals then vanishes himself.
The Big Swallow
Director of Photography
A man, objecting to being filmed, comes closer and closer to the camera lens until his mouth is all we see. Then he opens wide and swallows camera and cinematographer. He steps back, chews, and grins.
Пожар!
Director
Firefighters ring for help, and here comes the ladder cart; they hitch a horse to it. A second horse-drawn truck joins the first, and they head down the street to a house fire. Inside a man sleeps, he awakes amidst flames and throws himself back on the bed. In comes a firefighter, hosing down the blaze. He carries out the victim, down a ladder to safety. Other firefighters enter the house to save belongings, and out comes one with a baby. The saved man rejoices, but it's not over yet.
The Big Swallow
Director
A man, objecting to being filmed, comes closer and closer to the camera lens until his mouth is all we see. Then he opens wide and swallows camera and cinematographer. He steps back, chews, and grins.
Are You There?
Director
A young man's telephone call to his sweetheart is intercepted by her father, who beats him with his umbrella.
Stop Thief!
Director
A lad from a butcher shop is carrying a tray laden with a roast or a leg of lamb. A hobo grabs it and runs. The boy gives chase, joined by dogs, as neighbors watch the spectacle. The hobo jumps into a large rain barrel, followed by the dogs.
Attack on a China Mission
Director of Photography
The titles tell us this film is based on an incident in the Boxer Rebellion. A man tries to defend a woman and a large house against Chinese attackers. They attack with swords, guns, and paddles. He's over-matched. What will become of the mission, its defenders, and its occupants?
Attack on a China Mission
Writer
The titles tell us this film is based on an incident in the Boxer Rebellion. A man tries to defend a woman and a large house against Chinese attackers. They attack with swords, guns, and paddles. He's over-matched. What will become of the mission, its defenders, and its occupants?
Attack on a China Mission
Producer
The titles tell us this film is based on an incident in the Boxer Rebellion. A man tries to defend a woman and a large house against Chinese attackers. They attack with swords, guns, and paddles. He's over-matched. What will become of the mission, its defenders, and its occupants?
Attack on a China Mission
Director
The titles tell us this film is based on an incident in the Boxer Rebellion. A man tries to defend a woman and a large house against Chinese attackers. They attack with swords, guns, and paddles. He's over-matched. What will become of the mission, its defenders, and its occupants?
Lady Cyclists
Director
Gymnasts on Parallel Bars
Director
An impressive eight-some performs some Victorian gymnastics for the camera
The Clown Barber
Cinematography
A clown cuts off a customer's head and replaces it.
The Clown Barber
Producer
A clown cuts off a customer's head and replaces it.
The Clown Barber
Director
A clown cuts off a customer's head and replaces it.
Two Naughty Boys Teasing the Cobbler
Director
Boys blow peas at the cobbler, who throws a boot and hits a woman.
Washing the Sweep
Writer
Two washerwomen have an altercation with a chimney sweep
Washing the Sweep
Director
Two washerwomen have an altercation with a chimney sweep
Devil's Dyke Fun Fair
Cinematography
Early film footage of fun fair workers and revelers at Devil's Dyke on the South Downs, taken by pioneer James Williamson in around 1896.
Devil's Dyke Fun Fair
Producer
Early film footage of fun fair workers and revelers at Devil's Dyke on the South Downs, taken by pioneer James Williamson in around 1896.
Devil's Dyke Fun Fair
Director
Early film footage of fun fair workers and revelers at Devil's Dyke on the South Downs, taken by pioneer James Williamson in around 1896.