Auguste Lumière

Born: 1862-10-19

Birthplace: Besançon, Doubs, France

Biography

Auguste Lumière (1862–1954) was a French engineer, industrialist, biologist, and illusionist. In 1894 and 1895, he and his brother Louis invented an animated photographic camera and projection device, the cinematograph, which met with worldwide success.

Known For

Photograph
Jumping the Blanket
The Arrival of a Train at La Ciotat
The Mechanical Butcher
Pistol Duel
Boat Leaving the Port
The Sprinkler Sprinkled
Baby's Meal
Transformation by Hats
Women Fighting

Top Movie Credits

Photograph
Jumping the Blanket Producer
The Arrival of a Train at La Ciotat Producer
The Mechanical Butcher Producer
Pistol Duel Producer
Boat Leaving the Port Producer
The Sprinkler Sprinkled Producer
Baby's Meal Producer
Transformation by Hats Producer
Women Fighting Producer