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The Devil's Circus (1926)
Directed by Benjamin Christensen
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In 1913, Carl is released from prison, where he served a sentence for stealing. Spurned by his circumstance, Carl rejects God and resumes his fast life of crime. Before long, his fate intersects with that of Mary, a devout orphan, prompting a romance and a reevaluation.
Length 70 minutes
Actors
Claire McDowell | Norma Shearer | Charles Murray | John Miljan | Carmel Myers | Joyce Coad | Charles Emmett Mack
Viewing History (seen 1 time)
| Date Viewed | Device | Format | Source | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/20/2019 | Computer | Streaming | Video on Demand | 7 stars |
| (Average) 7 stars |
Viewing Notes
A bit overwrought at times but nonetheless a pretty good drama centered on circus performers before, during and after the first World War. Directed by the guy who did HAXAN. He seems to have a thing for devils as he plays the devil who acts as a kind of puppeteer, manipulating humans. But God prevails, hallelujah!
Norma Shearer is pretty good in this as the lead.
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