Guided tour of the Musée Méliès: discover this unusual museum at the Cinémathèque Française in Paris

Paris, city of the arts and cinema, hosts a not-to-be-missed event: the Musée Méliès organizes a guided tour starting at La Cinémathèque Française.

The Musée Méliès, dedicated to Georges Méliès, filmmaker of genius and precursor of special effects, offers an unprecedented plunge into the history of the 7th Art. Recognized for his major contribution to the film industry, his innovations and boundless creativity paved the way for a whole section of what the film industry is today.

The exhibition reveals the treasures of La Cinémathèque Française, featuring films, rare items, costumes, never-before-seen objects and fabulous models. It's an unparalleled opportunity to explore the origins of cinema, observe the evolution of the industry, and above all, discover how the work of Méliès forged the path of modern special effects techniques.

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The Musée Méliès, the Cinémathèque Française's film museum for fans of the 7th art
Get ready to discover the Musée Méliès, the Cinémathèque Française's new film museum, as soon as it opens. Bigger and better, the Musée Méliès unveils its new itinerary and many previously unpublished archives, by Georges Méliès of course, but also by more contemporary filmmakers. It's a dream come true for young and old, curious and passionate about the 7th art. [Read more]

This guided tour takes an hour and a half to explore the life and work of Georges Méliès, from the Montreuil studios to Hollywood. During this cinematic stroll, visitors discover the fascinating life and rich work of this filmmaker, as well as the major impact he had on cinema.

Such is the richness of this tour that the Cinémathèque strongly recommends that children over 8 take part, immersing them in the depth and beauty of cinema history.

All in all, this tour represents an unprecedented opportunity to discover the work of a French film genius through an educational and entertaining stroll. An immersive and instructive experience, offered by the Musée Méliès and La Cinémathèque Française, that is sure to delight all film enthusiasts.

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