
The Triumph of Lester Snapwell
Synopsis
A low budget industrial film shot for the Eastman Kodak company. The mildly funny film that shows all the troubles of a man named Lester Snapwell (Keaton), who, in the late 1860's, tries to photograph his sweetheart, Clementine, and her mother. However, he has too much trouble with the bulky camera. Then he is accidentally killed and father time transports him forward in time. In each successive period he struggles with the photographic technology of the day. Then he arrives in the 1960's where the new Kodak Instamatic" camera puts all his troubles to rest.
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January 1, 1963
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- James Calhoun
- Screenplay & Story
- Ralph Berton
- Original Title
- The Triumph of Lester Snapwell
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 22m
- Production Studios
- Kodak Motion Picture
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
James Calhoun
Ralph Berton
Department Leadership Roster
Ralph Berton
Writer
James Calhoun
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Triumph of Lester Snapwell.
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What is The Triumph of Lester Snapwell about?
A low budget industrial film shot for the Eastman Kodak company. The mildly funny film that shows all the troubles of a man named Lester Snapwell (Keaton), who, in the late 1860's, tries to photograph his sweetheart, Clementine, and her mother. However, he has too much trouble with the bulky camera. Then he is accidentally killed and father time transports him forward in time. In each successive period he struggles with the photographic technology of the day. Then he arrives in the 1960's where the new Kodak Instamatic" camera puts all his troubles to rest.
Who directed The Triumph of Lester Snapwell?
The Triumph of Lester Snapwell was directed by James Calhoun.
Who stars in The Triumph of Lester Snapwell?
The principal cast of The Triumph of Lester Snapwell includes Buster Keaton, Sigrid Nelsson, Nina Varela.
When was The Triumph of Lester Snapwell released and how long is it?
The Triumph of Lester Snapwell was released in 1963 with a total runtime of 22m.
















