"The Arrival of a Train at La Ciotat" is a short film created by the Lumière brothers, Auguste and Louis Lumière, in 1895. This silent film captures the moment a train pulls into the station at La Ciotat, a town in southern France. It is notable for its realistic portrayal of motion and the excitement it generated among early audiences. The film is often regarded as one of the first examples of cinema, showcasing the technological advancements of the time. Its simple yet impactful content, featuring a steam locomotive and passengers, helped to demonstrate the potential of film as a medium for storytelling and entertainment.