The Burning Stable

1896 Documentary 1 minute Directed by James H. White

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About The Burning Stable

Firemen drag a burning wagon out of a barn. Stablemen lead four horses out through the smoke. Smoke pours from the doors and windows.

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More about The Burning Stable

James H. White directed the Edison actuality. Thomas A. Edison is the producer and William Heise the cameraman. It was made in late October 1896, copyrighted by Edison on October 31, 1896, and released in October 1896. The AFI Catalog lists lengths of 50, 100, and 115 feet, including a shorter 50-foot version. The wording above is the Edison catalogue description.

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William Heise photographed smoke coming out of the barn as the horses are brought through the doors.

Scenes

  • Four horses are led out while smoke fills the doors and windows.