Cast: Laura Bayley

Direction George Albert Smith

Cast Laura Bayley · George Albert Smith

Synopsis A Kiss in the Tunnel (S) (1899) presents a brief yet captivating scene on a moving train. A man, seemingly anxious, is seen smoking in his seat, while a woman sits across from him, engrossed in a book. As the...

Direction George Albert Smith

Cast Laura Bayley · Tom Green

Synopsis The X-Rays (S) (1897) is a pioneering British short silent comedy film helmed by George Albert Smith. The film showcases a romantic couple captured through the innovative use of X-ray technology, offering a unique and humorous perspective on courtship. This...

Direction George Albert Smith

Cast Dorothy Smith · Harold Smith · Laura Bayley

Synopsis Santa Claus (S) (1898) presents a brief yet enchanting scene where the jolly figure of Santa Claus emerges from the fireplace, bringing a touch of magic to the room. He meticulously decorates the Christmas tree, adding festive cheer to the...

Direction George Albert Smith

Cast Laura Bayley

Synopsis Mary Jane's Mishap (S) (1903) follows the comedic misadventures of Mary Jane as she attempts to ignite her oven. After failing to do so, she playfully applies black boot polish to her face and entertains herself in front of a...

Direction George Albert Smith

Cast Laura Bayley

Synopsis The Haunted Castle (S) (1897) unfolds in a chilling inn where the staff are spectral entities. The film employs wires to animate objects, mimicking the tricks of a nineteenth-century magician, creating an eerie atmosphere where inanimate items appear to move...

Direction George Albert Smith

Cast Laura Bayley · Tom Green

Synopsis Let Me Dream Again (S) (1900) presents a whimsical narrative where a man finds himself in a vivid dream, engaging in a flirtatious encounter with a charming young woman. However, his reverie is abruptly interrupted when he awakens to the...

Direction George Albert Smith

Cast Eva Bayley · Laura Bayley

Synopsis The Old Maid's Valentine (S) (1900) is a British short silent comedy film helmed by director George Albert Smith. The narrative revolves around the central character, Miss Pimple, who encounters an unwelcome shock on the romantic holiday of February 14.

Direction George Albert Smith

Cast Laura Bayley · Tom Green

Synopsis The Death of Poor Joe (S) (1901) portrays the tragic tale of a young street sweeper who meets an untimely end in the harsh, snowy conditions. The film captures the grim reality of the character's life and the unforgiving environment...