(Source of picture: Florida State Archives)

Here's an indoor movie scene, but on an outdoor set:  Many filmmakers shot their flicks outside during the silent movie era.  Early cameras required very strong lighting.  One reason that filmmakers flocked to Florida is that it the state provided so much sunshine.  During the sticky summers, though, actors would have to keep their cool while contending with sweat & bugs.

Dating from 1912, this photo shows how a Jacksonville moviemaker built his set outdoors, even though the scene appears to take place in a restaurant.  The set sits on a wooden platform above the ground.  The rigging above the set was probably used to adjust the amount of sunlight that came through.