cinematograph

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The French were pioneers in aviation, photography and filmmaking, and these technologies’ earliest machines and devices are on display, such as the 1895 Cinematograph, a groundbreaking camera and projection system created by the Lumière Brothers.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 10, 2026

In 1909, the Cinematograph Act was introduced to try to ensure that all screenings took place in buildings which were safe and suitable for public showings.

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2022

Shows like Sacred Games, on Netflix, didn’t come under the ambit of Cinematograph Act, and thus the censor board couldn’t dictate terms.

From Slate • Sep. 20, 2021

According to the Indian Cinematograph Act of 1952, clearance from the film certification board is mandatory for public exhibition of movies in India.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 29, 2015

The Projection of So-called Living Pictures, or, in other words, the Cinematograph.

From Optical Projection Part 1: Projection of Lantern Slides by Wright, Lewis