The Pride of the Circus
A tightrope walker from a traveling circus falls deeply in love with the mayor's daughter in a small seaside town. When he saves her from a deadly fire, his feelings are reciprocated by the young woman, who immediately accepts his marriage proposal. To spite the mayor's disapproval of the liaison between his daughter and the poor artist, the tightrope walker prepares a sensational but dangerous act, that will make him worthy of his bride. (stumfilm.dk)
Watch online
Click to play
📋 Film Details
| Original Title | Den Flyvende Cirkus |
| Year | 1912 |
| Country | Denmark |
| Genre | Drama |
| Director | Alfred Lind |
| Runtime | 46 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 5.8/10 (9 votes) |
📺 Where to Watch
Unfortunately, we couldn't find any official platforms or free sites for this title yet.
Try finding similar movies with our AI-powered search
🎬 MovieFinder's Take
The film constructs its drama on the clash between two worlds: the bohemian liberty of the circus and the rigid order of a bourgeois household. It relies entirely on the eloquent language of gesture and expressive pantomime to convey its emotional stakes.
What lingers after the final reel is a poignant tale of love defying social barriers, culminating in a breathtaking act of devotion. — MovieFinder Editorial
Director: Alfred Lind
Best Watched
By dim lamplight, accompanied by a soft piano score or period-appropriate music.
🎭 Cast
🎬 Similar Movies
The Passion of Joan of Arc
The Gold Rush
Broken Blossoms or The Yellow Man and the Girl
City Lights
Pandora's Box
A Daughter Of Destiny
Aelita: Queen of Mars
Woman in the Moon
Behind the Door
Faust
💬 Audience Reviews
Audience Score
Write a Review
Quick rating — tap to vote:
Or write a full review: