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  • The Original Gangster (2007)
  • Short | Short, Drama
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The Original Gangster (2007)
Short | Short, Drama
An urban legend depicting the rivalry and animosity that existed between Thomas Edison and Nikola Tesla, including the oft-repeated allegation that Edison conspired to have Tesla's laboratory burned down. The film also suggests that Edison...See moreAn urban legend depicting the rivalry and animosity that existed between Thomas Edison and Nikola Tesla, including the oft-repeated allegation that Edison conspired to have Tesla's laboratory burned down. The film also suggests that Edison "stole" the ideas and inventions of young unknown scientists. The rivalry between Edison and Tesla was frequently depicted as the "War of Currents". Whatever: Edison died rich and famous. Tesla died virtually unknown in poverty. Written by Anonymous See less
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Director
Jesse Scully
Writers
Ian Roddy (co-writer) | Justin Rose (idea) | John Scully (co-writer) | Logan Wade (idea)
Cinematographers
Ian Roddy (co-cinematographer) | Chelsea Stier (co-cinematographer)
Editors
Andrew Fairley (co-editor) | Matthew Vitale (co-editor)
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Updated Nov 11, 2007
Release date
Nov 11, 2007 (United States)

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