Black Diamond Express

Overview

This picture was taken at one of the curves on the Lehigh Valley Railroad, along the beautiful Susquehanna River. The train is seen rapidly approaching in the distance, clearly outlined against the grey mountains. Smoke can be seen pouring in volumes from the stack of the locomotive, and as the train approaches closely, she sounds a whistle, warning some section men, who are working on the tracks in the foreground. As she rushes by the camera, the swing motion of the train gives a vivid idea of the lightning speed at which she is traveling. (Edison film catalog)

Details

Status

Released

Release date

December 1, 1896

Original language

English

Countries

United States of America

Production

Edison Studios

Cast

Benjamin F. Hardesty,Charles Lee

Director

James H. White

Cinematography

James H. White,William Heise

Budget

Not recorded

Revenue

Not recorded

IMDb

tt0204902