The Bricklayers (1905 film)
| The Bricklayers (Les Maçons) | |
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Still from the film | |
| Directed by | Alice Guy |
| Produced by | Société L. Gaumont et compagnie |
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Running time | 2 minutes |
| Country | France |
| Language | Silent (French intertitles) |
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The Bricklayers (French: Les Maçons) is a French silent film released in 1905. It is directed by Alice Guy, an often overlooked pioneer in the French film industry who was the first woman to direct a film. It features Les O'Mers acrobatic pantomime group and is inspired by Cambrioleur Modernes (Modern Burglar) produced by Pathé Frères in the early 1900's
Synopsis
Two policemen pass near a scaffolding on which bricklayers are working. The construction workers manage to pour plaster all over the unsuspecting patrolmen. Was it deliberate or an accident? A reprimand follows but the police let it go and decide to order a drink from the neighboring bar. They officers steal the bottle from the bartender, but the masons in turn steal it from them. This brings back the hoopla between the workers and the officers where a chase and fighting on and around the scaffolding ensues.
It is believed this film was based on the theatrical performances "Papa de Francine starring James Price." The officers of the film were dressed in English bobby uniforms in an attempt to disguise the origins of the story. In 1907 Pathé Freres remade Cambrioleur Modernes and was subsequently sued for copyright infringement. Imitation was common at the time, this lawsuit brought an awareness of how much one can imitate and adapt from other mediums.
Film Production
Genre: Comic Scene
License: Public domain
Cast: Les O'Mers acrobatic pantomime group
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