The May Irwin Kiss (1896) | The Kiss | Old Colorized Movie

The May Irwin Kiss (1896) is one of the earliest films to portray a romantic scene on screen, directed by William Heise for the Edison Manufacturing Company. Also known as The Kiss, this iconic silent short film captures actors May Irwin and John C. Rice sharing a playful, affectionate kiss. Adapted from the popular stage play The Widow Jones, this brief yet groundbreaking moment marked a significant milestone in cinema history, sparking discussions and even controversy over its bold depiction of intimacy for the time.

In this colorized version, The May Irwin Kiss is brought to life with a new vibrancy, highlighting the period costumes, the actors' expressions, and the atmosphere of a late-19th-century romantic scene. The addition of color bridges the gap between the past and present, making this pioneering piece of cinematic history more relatable and visually engaging for modern audiences.

Experience this classic, now colorized, and available on Dailymotion, Rumble, and YouTube.