Descriptive Catalogue of Pathéscope Films (1918)

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CLASS 1 — Travel, Hunting, Manners and Customs 9 REEL NO. TITLE PRODUCER 13-b Hunting the Wild Boar Pathe The huntsman's horn sounds the assembly call and the hunting party gathers. They are soon off at a gallop and follow the fleet footed hounds which are in full cry. The excitement of the chase is shared by the spectator as he watches the horses hurdle the many natural obstacles. After an interesting chase the boar is run to earth and killed and the party canters leisurely homeward. 14-b Japanese Types Pathe The distinguishing costumes worn by the various types of Japanese constitute a highly instructive film. The types include a Japanese matron, Geisha girls, a woman smoking, a Samurai, a beggar vagabond and Japanese students. 15-a A Wedding in Brittany Pathe The wedding party is seen leaving the church for the feast. The manner in which the repast is served is most interesting. The festivities following give a rery clear idea of the people themselves and their amusements. References : Brittany and the Bretons. — G. W. Edwards. A Ramble Into Brittany. — G. Musgrave. 15-b Ivory Hunters Pathe This film shows the camp of hunters and the departure in search of elephants ; the capture of the prey and removal of the tusks and hide. Reference : Ivories. — Maskell. 16-b Whale Fishery Pathe How a whale is caught, and the valuable parts removed. References : A Book of Whales.— F. E. Beddard. Fishery Industries. — G. B. Goode. 17-a Ice Fields Pathe A beautiful winter scenic reel showing ice covered mountains. 17-b Italian Dances Pathe A short study of Italian manners and customs. 17-c A Rough Sea Zath« A rock-bound coast upon which huge breakers are dashing. 22-a Ruins of Egypt Pathe Imposing ruins of ancient Egypt. The rough hewn stones in the temple walls, whose faces are inscribed with hieroglyphics, stand out in bold relief. An interior view reveals massive stone images that have defied the ravages of time. The celebrated avenue of stone lions and rams concludes the reel. 28-b The Rapids of the Magdapis River Pathe The Magdapis river of China has powerful rapids in part of its course. The natives navigate these in canoes, a feat requiring extraordinary skill. This reel