The Sculptor's Nightmare (1908 Original Black & White Film)

Step into the comedic world of early cinema with this hilarious black and white film from 1908! Join the members of a political club as they engage in a spirited debate over whose bust will replace that of Theodore Roosevelt. Watch as each member schemes to bribe a sculptor to create a bust of their favorite candidate, only for chaos to ensue when the sculptor indulges in a drunken dinner with his model. Experience the whimsical nightmare that follows, as animated busts of prominent politicians come to life, leading to a series of absurd and entertaining encounters. With its clever satire and inventive stop-motion animation, this film is a delightful journey into political parody.Show more

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Bitzer, G. W., Sennett, M., Solter, H. L., O'Sullivan, T., Dillon, E., Griffith, D. W. [...] Paper Print Collection. (1908) The Sculptor's Nightmare. McCutcheon, W., dir United States: American Mutoscope and Biograph Company. [Video] Retrieved from the Library of Congress, https://www.loc.gov/item/99407360