Something Good - Negro Kiss (1898)
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In Something Good, a well-dressed African American couple exchange several kisses. Between kisses they hold and swing each other hands and laugh together. The chemistry between the actors is described as "palpable," conveying an "unmistakable sense of naturalness, pleasure, and amusement.
Cast and Crew:
Director(s):
William Selig
Writer(s):
William Selig
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Producer(s):
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Release Info:
Release Date: 1898 (USA) | Length: 1 min | Genre: Comedy Romance | Certificate: NR | Note: This film was discovered by a team of experts from the University of Chicago and the University of Southern California. Based on the 1896 film by Thomas Edison, The Kiss starring May Irwin and John Rice. Added to the American National Film Registry in 2018.