Alciede Capitane 1898

Overview

Alciede Capitaine was a trapeze artist known for her performances on the flying bar. This film, produced by Edison, showcases her skills and athleticism. It highlights her combination of grace and daring feats, demonstrating her expertise in her craft. The film is one of several works featuring Alciede Capitaine, who was billed as "The Perfect Woman." It should not be confused with a similar short film produced by Dickson in 1894, which also featured the performer. The film was produced by Edison in 1898, marking one of the company's early forays into capturing live performances on film.