Electrocuting an Elephant

Directed by Edwin S. Porter
Not Rated
1903    1m[Documentary](/on-demand/category/documentary), [Horror](/on-demand/category/horror)
2.72.7
Short film depicting the public execution of Topsy, a female elephant, in a publicity stunt advertising the opening of Luna Park on Coney Island in 1903.

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Cast of Electrocuting an Elephant

  • TopsySelf (Elephant)
  • Carl GoliathSelf (Elephant Handler)
  • Edwin S. PorterDirector / Director Of Photography
  • Thomas A. EdisonProducer
  • Jacob Blair SmithDirector Of Photography

 

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