Reportedly, this film is set in Venice and the characters in the opening, to the left of your screen, are Romeo and Juliet. This is not obvious in the unfolding story, so you will have to check notes on Georges Melies films. The man leaves the scene early. The woman remains enthralled with her departed lover's serenade. Suddenly, a devilish creature appears in the palace. He frightens the woman and grows larger. And larger. A statue toward the right comes to life and prepares to banish the invader. Filmmaker Melies' main effects are increasing the devil's size and bringing the stature to life.
**** Le diable géant ou Le miracle de la madonne (1901) Georges Melies ~ Georges Melies
**** Le diable géant ou Le miracle de la madonne (1901) Georges Melies ~ Georges Melies