In Episode 09, we explore the fascinating career of American dancer Loïe Fuller, pioneer of modern dance and theatrical lighting techniques. She headlined at the Folies Bergère and inspired the greatest painters, sculptors, and composers of her day. She also starred in the film that is the subject of our episode: Pathé's 1902 film, Loïe Fuller. In it, Fuller performs the vampire dance where she turns from a bat into a vampire in human form - the first depiction in film. Or is it? Is this even Loïe Fuller? Watch the film below, and listen to the episode to find out!
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