First Charles Dickens’ film found made in 1901
The Death of Poor Joe, a one minute-long silent film based on an episode in Dickens' novel 'Bleak House', was filmed in Brighton in 1901, The Telegraph reported.
It is thought to be the work of the pioneering Brighton filmmaker G.A. Smith, a view that is backed up by his wife's appearance in it. Smith was married to the stage actress Laura Bayley, who appeared in many of his films and plays the role of the young boy 'Jo' in this short.
This year Dickens’ 200-year anniversary is marked. Different programs and events are scheduled to be held to honor him.