Louis Lumière

Louis Lumière was a French inventor and pioneer in filmmaking, best known for creating the Cinématographe in 1895, a device that could record, develop, and project motion pictures. Along with his brother Auguste, he helped invent early cinema, making movies accessible to audiences worldwide. Their work marked the beginning of the film industry and transformed entertainment and visual storytelling. Louis Lumière’s innovations laid the groundwork for modern filmmaking and the global popularity of cinema.