The Prodigal Son

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Overview

The first feature-length motion picture produced in Europe, running 90 minutes. Directed by Michel Carré, from his own three-act stage pantomime, The Prodigal Son. The film was basically an unmodified filmed record of his play. Filmed at the Gaumont Film Company studios in May 1907.

Cast: Georges Wague, Henri Gouget, Christiane Mandelys, Gilberte Sergy

Director: Michel Carré

Genres: Drama

Cast

Georges Wague

Henri Gouget

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Christiane Mandelys

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Gilberte Sergy

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