Reader and contributor Allan Webb made us aware of this fascinating footage shot by the Lumière brothers of Venice in 1896. It's purported to be their first experiment in filmmaking. Given that the cover story of Cinema Retro issue #49 is "The Venetian Affair", it seems appropriate to post this. One aspect stands out: the timeless visual quality of Venice. Aside from the fashions of the late 19th century, the landmarks seen in the footage could have been filmed today.
