Hadj Cheriff
Directed byWilliam K.L. Dickson
Directed by
William K.L. Dickson
Hadji Cheriff, a performer known for a variety of unusual abilities, demonstrates part of his act in the Thomas Edison studio. He has a large knife in his hand at the opening of the act. He then hurls the knife away and begins a rapid series of dance-like motions, executing numerous cartwheels and whirling movements.
silent film
acrobats
Last Updated: November 6, 2025















