The Bells
A kindly but desperate Alsatian innkeeper named Mathias murders and robs a rich Jewish merchant staying at his inn, but the ghost of his victim will not let him rest. Meanwhile, a mysterious Mesmerist has come to town, claiming he has made many criminals confess their crimes...
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📋 Film Details
| Year | 1926 |
| Country | United States of America |
| Genre | Drama, Crime, Horror |
| Director | James Young |
| Runtime | 68 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 6.2/10 (17 votes) |
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🎬 MovieFinder's Take
The film builds dread methodically, layer by layer. Genre tools are used skillfully — no cheap jump scares, relying instead on genuine unease.
Worth watching for those tired of predictable horror. There's character and internal logic here. If you want quick adrenaline — better choose something else.
For those who want films that work with feeling rather than plot mechanics.
Director: James Young
— MovieFinder Editorial
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Viewing atmosphere: A dark evening when the house is quiet. Headphones mandatory — the sound is half the film.
🎭 Cast
Lionel Barrymore
Mathias
Caroline Frances Cooke
Catharine
Gustav von Seyffertitz
Jerome Frantz
Lorimer Johnston
Hans
Boris Karloff
The Mesmerist
Eddie Phillips
Christian
Lola Todd
Annette
E. Alyn Warren
Baruch Koweski / Jethro Koweski
Laura La Varnie
Fortune Teller
John George
Mesmerist Announcer (uncredited)
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