Helen of Troy
Helena is a 1924 German silent drama film directed by Manfred Noa and starring Edy Darclea, Vladimir Gajdarov and Albert Steinrück. The film was based on the poem the Iliad by Homer. It was released in two separate parts: The Rape of Helen and The Fall of Troy. It was produced by Bavaria Film at the Emelka Studios in Munich. The film was made on an epic scale with thousands of extras, and large sets which rivalled those of the larger Berlin-based UFA.
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| Original Title | Helena |
| Year | 1924 |
| Country | Germany |
| Genre | History, Action, Drama |
| Director | Manfred Noa |
| Runtime | 204 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 6.2/10 (6 votes) |
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Manfred Noa constructs a monumental silent epic, relying on Homer's Iliad and the grand cinematic ambitions of postwar German cinema. The film explores themes of fate and hubris through vast battle sequences and intimate heroics, building its narrative with visual spectacle rather than dialogue.
What lingers after the final reel is the sheer scale of the undertaking—thousands of extras and colossal sets that rival UFA's productions—offering a tangible, awe-inspiring glimpse into ancient myth. — MovieFinder Editorial
Director: Manfred Noa
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Best viewed in a high-quality restoration to fully appreciate the spectacle of its massive crowds and detailed sets. Embrace the silent epic tradition.
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