How did the Lumière Brothers invent movies?
Published on December 27, 2025
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About This Episode
Welcome to History’s Not Boring! Can you imagine a world without screens, videos, or movies? That was 1895! In Paris, France, people were ready for a revolution, and two brilliant brothers—Auguste and Louis Lumière—were about to give it to them!
Join Mira and Finn as we travel back to the very first public movie screening ever! Picture this dramatic moment: the lights go out, a giant screen flickers to life, and suddenly, a massive train rushes directly toward the audience! People screamed, jumped up, and ran for cover! That’s how real the first film felt!
We explore the incredible invention of the Cinématographe and how 10 short, simple films changed entertainment forever, starting over 130 years of cinema history! Get ready for lights, camera, and history!
What You'll Learn
- Lumière brothers
- Movie invention
- Cinema history
- 1895
- Train film
Join Mira and Finn as they explore the fascinating world of Lumière Brothers!
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