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How did audiences react to Vitascope presentations?

Frequently Asked Question about the extinct profession: Vitascope Operator

Audiences reacted with excitement and fascination to Vitascope presentations in the late 1890s. The novelty of moving images captivated viewers, leading to enthusiastic applause and laughter during screenings. The Vitascope, one of the first successful motion picture projectors, contributed to the burgeoning popularity of cinema, drawing large crowds eager to experience this groundbreaking form of entertainment.

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