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The hypnotic Svengali controls the singing voice of a young starlet, but he cannot control her heart. This 1915 Maurice Tourneur film is a version of the famous du Maurier novel. It was later done in a more famous 1931 film named Svengali with John Barrymore. The later film obviously changed the title due to the huge presence of its star.
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📋 Film Details
| Year | 1915 |
| Country | United States of America |
| Genre | Drama |
| Director | Maurice Tourneur |
| Runtime | 59 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 5.6/10 (5 votes) |
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The film constructs a haunting study of obsession, relying on the potent visual language of silent cinema to portray Svengali's psychological grip. It explores the dark bargain between artistic genius and personal freedom.
What lingers after the final reel is a chilling portrait of control and the vulnerable soul caught in its web. — MovieFinder Editorial
Director: Maurice Tourneur
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With a curated silent film score, in a single sitting to absorb its atmospheric tension.
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