Fantasmagoria

Fantasmagoria was a popular 19th-century spectacle combining art and illusion, often presented as a theatrical show with projected images and ghostly apparitions. Using a magic lantern and mirrors, performers created haunting visual effects, giving audiences the sensation of seeing spirits or supernatural scenes. It was an early form of multimedia entertainment that blended technology and storytelling, thrilling viewers with a sense of mystery and the supernatural. Fantasmagoria influenced later horror and cinematic genres by showcasing how visual illusions can evoke emotional and psychological responses.