The Big Swallow

The Big Swallow (1901)

A man, objecting to being filmed, comes closer and closer to the camera lens until his mouth is all we see. Then he opens wide and swallows camera and cinematographer. He steps back, chews, and grins.
Oct 15, 1901
Comedy

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The Big Swallow (1901) - 1st Extreme Close-Up in Film - James Williamson

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