RAPHAËL PATHÉ : WALKING IN THE PATHé BROTHERS FOOTSTEPS

Raphaël Pathé is a multifaceted artist known for his versatility as a camera-host, DJ, clairvoyant psychic medium, creative writer, and content producer. He proudly traces his lineage back to Jacques Pathé, the co-founder of the esteemed French Pathé cinema and Music global brands, which has profoundly shaped his artistic journey.

Growing up amidst the picturesque landscapes of France, Raphaël quietly cultivated a unique ability to sense the future and communicate with spirits. Despite his extraordinary gift, he remained modest, allowing his talents to develop organically.

Intrigued by the legacy of his ancestors, Raphaël embarked on a cultural exploration that took him through the bustling streets of London, the romantic avenues of Paris, the fashionable milieu of Milan, and the vibrant nightlife of Ibiza. Each destination left an indelible mark on his artistic sensibilities, enriching his understanding of the world and its myriad complexities.

However, it was in the glitzy realm of Hollywood that Raphaël faced his most profound challenges. Amidst the dazzling lights and extravagant parties, he grappled with personal demons, including encounters with a distressed ghost in his bungalow. This period of introspection led to a deeper understanding of himself and his place in the universe.

Guided by the wisdom of Michelle, a local psychic, Raphaël made the courageous decision to embrace his gift of mediumship and share it with the world. This pivotal moment marked a new chapter in his career, as he sought to integrate spirituality into his artistic expression.

Today, Raphaël Pathé stands as a beacon of humility and authenticity in an industry often characterized by excess and self-promotion. Through his productions and hosting duties on shows such as Emmy winning "WeDigTV," "Celebrity Star-News," "Tarot Life," "Paris Voyance Live," and "RTWM Guest," he seeks to inspire others with his genuine passion for storytelling and connection.

In a world where the lines between reality and the supernatural blur, Raphaël's journey serves as a reminder of the power of humility, authenticity, and self-discovery. With each new project, he continues to push the boundaries of artistic expression while remaining grounded in his roots and values.

THE PathÉ BROTHERS

RAPHAËL PATHÉ'S FAMILY CREATED THE NEWS. Pathé News was a producer of newsreels and documentaries from 1910 to 1970 in the United Kingdom. Its founder, Charles Pathé, was a pioneer of moving pictures in the silent era. The Pathé News archive is known today as British Pathé.

PAthÉ STUDIOS IN LOS ANGELES : PATHÉ WEST COAST

1807 Glendale Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90026

Lillian St. Cyr, also known as Princess Red Wing, standing at left with husband James Young Deer at Pathé West Coast location in 1910, Marc Wanamaker/Bison Archives.

A group portrait of players, crew, and executives in front of Pathé Studios on Allesandro Street (now Glendale Boulevard) in the Edendale, Los Angeles, neighborhood, courtesy of Margaret Herrick Library, Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.

A present-day view of Pathé West Coast’s former headquarters at 1807 Glendale Blvd., image capture: Jul 2022 @2023 Google.

Since its founding in 1896 as ‘Pathé Frères,’ and now simply called ‘Pathé,’ a rooster has consistently featured in the logo of the renowned and resilient French film company. The rooster's crow, symbolizing the start of a new day, mirrors the impact Pathé had on the North American film industry. In 1904, the Pathé brothers expanded by establishing a studio in New Jersey, followed by another in Los Angeles' Edendale neighborhood in 1910. This LA studio opened a year after, and just a block away from, Selig-Polyscope, the city's first permanent film studio.

Pathé ventured to California with the goal of creating more "authentic" Westerns, a genre often regarded as the first narrative film type and certainly the most popular at the time. During a productive four-year span, Pathé West Coast produced between 100 and 150 short films, though many of these are now lost. In 1914, the company shifted its focus from production in the U.S. to film distribution, rebranding as 'Pathé Exchange.' The Edendale studio was established under the leadership of James Young Deer, who, along with his wife, Princess Red Wing—born Lillian St. Cyr but professionally known as Red Wing—brought extensive experience to the company. Both were seasoned actors and technical advisors who had previously collaborated with D.W. Griffith and appeared in numerous short films for the Bison Film Company.

At Pathé, James Young Deer took on the roles of writer and director, while Princess Red Wing appeared in several of the films. Unlike the stereotypical portrayals seen in many other productions of the time, Pathé often featured Native American characters as central figures. One of Young Deer’s films, White Fawn’s Devotion (1910), has been preserved in the National Film Registry, while another of his works, Red Deer Devotion (1911), is among the many lost films.

Red Wing, a member of the Winnebago tribe of Nebraska, later starred in a Cecil B. DeMille film, though the movie's title and premise, The Squaw Man (1914), reflected offensive attitudes of the era. This film is also considered to be the first feature film made in Los Angeles. After parting ways with Young Deer, Red Wing continued acting until 1925 and lived until 1974. Young Deer’s career, though successful at Pathé, was complicated. While he claimed Winnebago heritage, he was most likely of African American and Delaware Nanticoke descent, a fact that suggests the film industry at the time offered more opportunities for Native Americans than for African Americans. In a tragic twist, in 1914, Young Deer was accused of statutory rape by a 15-year-old girl, leading him to leave the U.S. for England, where he continued making films before eventually returning to California.

As for Pathé, the company continues to produce films in France, releasing around a dozen annually and maintaining a back catalog of over 800 feature films. Its former Los Angeles studio was located on what is now Glendale Boulevard, near a freeway exit, in an area now better known for a large storage facility and a fast-food restaurant.

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