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Poster for An Awful Symphony
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Released
1909 · FILM

An Awful Symphony

Color
Black & White
Runtime
4 min
Language
FR
ComedyFantasy

Synopsis

Many of the scenes in this split-reel short, which features a bizarre group of tramp musicians who disappear into and out of drums, beach umbrellas, and similar props, were shot on location in the street, while others were filmed on stages decorated to appear realistic.

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