Mark Twain (Samuel Clemens)
Mark Twain
Synopsis
The only known moving-image footage of the author, filmed at his home, Stormfield, in Redding, Connecticut. The silent short shows Twain walking about his estate, relaxing indoors with his daughters Clara and Jean. No known voice recording survives. Part of this footage has been associated with Edison’s The Prince and the Pauper (1909). Although Thomas Edison has sometimes been mistakenly named as director, he was never credited as director on any films; the actual director of this short is unknown.
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Mark Twain (Samuel Clemens) (1909) Film By Thomas Edison
Type: Trailer • Published 2012-02-09
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Release History & Theatrical Window
August 8, 1909
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
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- Original Title
- Mark Twain
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 4m
- Production Studios
- Edison Studios
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Thomas A. Edison
Department Leadership Roster
Thomas A. Edison
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What is Mark Twain (Samuel Clemens) about?
The only known moving-image footage of the author, filmed at his home, Stormfield, in Redding, Connecticut. The silent short shows Twain walking about his estate, relaxing indoors with his daughters Clara and Jean. No known voice recording survives. Part of this footage has been associated with Edison’s The Prince and the Pauper (1909). Although Thomas Edison has sometimes been mistakenly named as director, he was never credited as director on any films; the actual director of this short is unknown.
Who directed Mark Twain (Samuel Clemens)?
Mark Twain (Samuel Clemens) was directed by Not specified.
Who stars in Mark Twain (Samuel Clemens)?
The principal cast of Mark Twain (Samuel Clemens) includes Mark Twain, Olivia Langdon, Clara Langhorne Clemens.
When was Mark Twain (Samuel Clemens) released and how long is it?
Mark Twain (Samuel Clemens) was released in 1909 with a total runtime of 4m.