Category Archives: Movies 1910s

‘Queen Elizabeth’ opens in New York City 100 years ago today (1912)


Video: 'Queen Elizabeth'

(Friday, July 12, 1912)Queen Elizabeth, a short 4-reel French silent film based on the love affair between Elizabeth I of England and the Earl of Essex, opened today in New York City. Continue reading ‘Queen Elizabeth’ opens in New York City 100 years ago today (1912)

First film drama based on Titanic disaster released 100 years ago today (1912)


Video: 'Saved from the Titanic' (clip)

(Tuesday, May 14, 1912)Saved From the Titanic, the first movie inspired by the Titanic disaster, was released today just a month after the British liner sank. Continue reading First film drama based on Titanic disaster released 100 years ago today (1912)