The Mating Call
A World War I veteran takes on the Ku Klux Klan when he loses his wife to a womanizing Klansman. Preserved by the Academy Film Archive in partnership with University of Nevada, Las Vegas Foundation.
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📋 Film Details
| Year | 1928 |
| Country | United States of America |
| Genre | Drama |
| Director | James Cruze |
| Runtime | 70 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 6.0/10 (8 votes) |
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🎬 MovieFinder's Take
The film constructs a potent social drama that relies on the stark conflict between one man's integrity and the systemic terror of the Klan. It explores post-war trauma and the corruption of community through fear with striking visual compositions.
What lingers after viewing is the courage of its direct confrontation with bigotry, a surprisingly bold stance for its era. The personal struggle resonates as a timeless stand against hatred. — MovieFinder Editorial
Director: James Cruze
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Watch attentively to appreciate the silent-era artistry and the film's historical audacity.
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