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Walter R. Booth

Walter R. Booth

Director & actor · born 12 July 1869 · Worcester, England, UK

Walter Robert Booth (12 July 1869 – 1938) was a British magician and early pioneer of British film working first for Robert W. Paul and then Charles Urban mostly on "trick" films, where he pioneered techniques that led to what has been described as the first British animated film, The Hand of the Artist (1906).

Where to start: Paper Cuttings (1912).

As director 40

As actor 7

Frequently asked questions

What is the best Walter R. Booth movie?

By viewer score, Paper Cuttings (1912) at 5.5/10.

What are Walter R. Booth’s most popular movies?

The '?' Motorist, Scrooge; or Marley's Ghost.

How many movies has Walter R. Booth made?

47 films on TMDB, 40 as director, 7 as actor.

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