This is a mesmerising little short that employs a peculiar bird’s eye view of a mischievous devil who dances around, performing strange tricks and making sexy ladies appear out of nowhere. The colourful visual effects are very impressive for the time.
Watch the official Fantaisies endiablées 1907 trailer in HD below.
La Danse du diable Trailer
The Devil's Dance Trailer
France 04 July 1907
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