Robinson Crusoe (1902 film)

Robinson Crusoe is a 1902 French silent film directed by Georges Méliès. The film is based on Daniel Defoe's novel of the same name, published in 1719. It tells the story of Robinson Crusoe's shipwreck, his survival on a deserted island, and his eventual rescue.

The film is notable as one of the earliest adaptations of Defoe's novel and for Méliès' use of trick photography and elaborate sets to depict Crusoe's adventures. It's considered a significant early example of the adventure and fantasy film genres. The film is relatively short, typical of Méliès' productions of the time, and condenses the plot of the novel considerably. Its visual style, utilizing painted backdrops and staged effects, reflects the theatrical origins of Méliès' filmmaking.