The X-rays (1897)

UK,
46 ft
black and white, 1.33:1
silent

A British fantasy film directed by George Albert Smith.

Plot Summary

A professor builds an X-ray machine which, when pointed at a couple of young lovers, reveals them as two embracing .

Credits

Crew
Director: George Albert Smith
G.A. Smith

Cast
Tom Green
Laura Bayley

Alternative Titles

The X-Ray Fiend
The X-Ray Film

References

Books

  • Aurum Film Encyclopedia: Science Fiction by Phil Hardy (ed) p.20 – credits, review
  • The British Film Catalogue: The Fiction Film 1895-1994 by Denis Gifford catalogue number 00066 p.4 – credits
  • Horror in Silent Films: A Filmography, 1896-1929 by Roy Kinnard p.10 – credits
  • by Walt Lee p.552 – credits
  • Science Fiction Film by Denis Gifford – note
  • Vintage Science Fiction Films, 1896-1949 by Michael Benson p.183