While this might surprise you, hundreds if not thousands of experimental talking pictures were made before the ultra-famous "The Jazz Singer" in 1927. A few of these films are available on YouTube and many more can be found on the special features of "The Jazz Singer". And, due to my love of history and films, it's not surprising I seek these out to watch.
"Anna, qu-est-ce que t'attends?" is in some ways a typical and very unusual early sound film. Most of them featured folks standing in place in front of a painted backdrop, as they were filmed in studios. This one does feature a singer....but the rest is quite innovative. Instead of the usual backdrop, this one uses a real life location--two in fact and one is clearly outdoors. This features a variety of problems equipment-wise...but they managed to carry it off beautifully. More movement, nice sets and a more natural look make this one of the very best early sound films.
"Anna, qu-est-ce que t'attends?" is in some ways a typical and very unusual early sound film. Most of them featured folks standing in place in front of a painted backdrop, as they were filmed in studios. This one does feature a singer....but the rest is quite innovative. Instead of the usual backdrop, this one uses a real life location--two in fact and one is clearly outdoors. This features a variety of problems equipment-wise...but they managed to carry it off beautifully. More movement, nice sets and a more natural look make this one of the very best early sound films.