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One of the early Thomas Edison features that allows legendary gun-slinger Annie Oakley to demonstrate just how efficient she was with a rifle. Luckily for her friend Francis Butler, she doesn't miss!
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Annie Oakley
1894
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1 min
No Language
A short Edison Black Maria studio film featuring famed sharpshooter Annie Oakley, known as “Little Sure Shot.” Born Phoebe Ann Oakley Mozee in Ohio in 1860, she rose to global fame performing with Buffalo Bill’s Wild West show. Accompanied (likely) by her husband and fellow marksman Frank Butler, Oakley’s diminutive stature belied her legendary marksmanship.
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Director: William F. Cody•Genres: Western, Documentary, Short
Plot Summary
This early short film captures Annie Oakley, the legendary sharpshooter, in action. It showcases her remarkable skills with a rifle, demonstrating her famous trick shots. The film serves as a brief but vivid glimpse into the Wild West entertainment of the era.
Critical Reception
As a very early film, formal critical reception in the modern sense is not applicable. However, Annie Oakley was a celebrated performer during her lifetime, and films featuring her were likely seen as exciting novelties, capturing the public's fascination with her extraordinary talents and the romanticized image of the American West.
What Reviewers Say
A historic artifact showcasing a legendary performer.
Provides a rare visual record of Annie Oakley's unparalleled shooting skills.
An important glimpse into early cinema and Wild West entertainment.
Google audience: Audience reception for this film is not available in a comparable format to modern reviews. However, Annie Oakley herself was immensely popular, and any film featuring her would have been a significant draw for audiences eager to witness her legendary prowess.
Fun Fact
This film was shot using Thomas Edison's Kinetograph camera and is considered one of the earliest films to feature a female star performing a specific skill.
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