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Life of an American Fireman (1903)

Movie ★ 6.0 7 min

Action

Porter's sequential continuity editing links several shots to form a narrative of firemen responding to a house fire. They leave the station with their horse drawn pumper, arrive on the scene, and effect the safe rescue of a woman from the burning house. But wait, she tells them of her child yet asleep in the burning bedroom...

Edwin S. Porter Director

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Quick facts

Released
January 21, 1903
Runtime
7 min
IMDb
tt0000447
Country
United States
Language
No Language
Studio
Edison Manufacturing Company

Cast

Vivian Vaughan The Girl James H. White James H. White The Fire Chief Arthur White Arthur White The Fireman (uncredited) Edwin S. Porter Edwin S. Porter Policeman

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Frequently asked questions

What is Life of an American Fireman about?
Porter's sequential continuity editing links several shots to form a narrative of firemen responding to a house fire. They leave the station with their horse drawn pumper, arrive on the scene, and effect the safe rescue of a woman from the burning house. But wait, she tells them of her child yet asleep in the burning bedroom...
Who directed Life of an American Fireman?
Life of an American Fireman was directed by Edwin S. Porter.
Who stars in Life of an American Fireman?
Life of an American Fireman stars Vivian Vaughan, James H. White, Arthur White, Edwin S. Porter.
When was Life of an American Fireman released?
Life of an American Fireman is a 1903 action film.
Where can I watch Life of an American Fireman?
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