The Passion Play of Oberammergau

Overview

The Passion Play of Oberammergau (1898) presents scenes from the famed Bavarian passion play, dramatizing the final days of Jesus Christ—from his entry into Jerusalem to the Crucifixion and Resurrection. Filmed by the Edison Company, it offered late-19th-century audiences a rare cinematic glimpse of the world-renowned Oberammergau tradition.

Details

Status

Released

Release date

February 19, 1898

Original language

English

Countries

United States of America

Production

Edison Studios

Cast

Frank Russell,Fred Strong,Frank Gaylor

Director

Henry C. Vincent

Producer

Albert G. Eaves,Thomas A. Edison,Richard Hollaman

Budget

Not recorded

Revenue

Not recorded

IMDb

tt0151913