Wednesday, the day the films were released, the opportunity to talk about a real cinema war in Perpignan in 1908. Two cinemas competed against each other: the “great Franco-Spanish cinema” and the “Royal Witograph American”, each competing in innovation to attract an audience hungry for new things.
In 1908, Perpignan was the scene of a fierce competition between two cinemas. The “great Franco-Spanish cinematograph”, located in the Perpignan-Meubles hall, offers screenings at affordable prices, while the Eldorado, with its “Royal Witograph”, attracts crowds with gala evenings and films of superior quality. The screenings, accompanied by an orchestra, immerse spectators in a captivating universe, where music punctuates the action of silent films.
The Witograph stands out for its innovative films, such as “The Struggle for Life” and cartoons like “The Pumpkin Race”. In addition, it presents news, including a report on French troops in Morocco, thus touching the hearts of the people of Perpignan. This cinematic rivalry promises to leave its mark and enrich local culture.
