Curated and Hosted by Randy Haberkamp in association with
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences-
Best known for his iconic image of the rocket ship plunging into the moon’s eye, Georges Méliès
was a prolific filmmaker whose turn of the century shorts were innovative in technical
achievement, special effects and stop-motion tricks. His films often involved surreal fantastical
journeys that are considered among the most important work in cinematic science fiction. Join
us for a tribute to the man and his legacy, as well as a deeper dive into the dawn of motion
pictures.