Daughter of the Night
French aristocrat falls for Russian nightclub singer, gets involved in underground Russian revolutionary movement. Parts 1 and 2 were re-edited in the only surviving copy named Daughter of the Night.
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| Original Title | Der Fluch der Menschheit |
| Year | 1920 |
| Country | Germany |
| Director | Richard Eichberg |
| Runtime | 56 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 5.2/10 (4 votes) |
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The film constructs a compelling duality between the glittering nightlife and the shadowy world of political intrigue, relying on the visual language of silent cinema to explore a personal crisis against a backdrop of historical upheaval. It uses expressive gestures and dramatic contrasts to depict how private passions become entangled with public causes.
What lingers after the final reel is the poignant image of a love story consumed by forces greater than itself—a dance indeed performed on the edge of a volcano. The restoration as 'Daughter of the Night' adds a fascinating layer to its fragmented legacy. — MovieFinder Editorial
Director: Richard Eichberg
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With a curated jazz-age soundtrack, allowing the visual drama of clandestine meetings and cabaret scenes to fully captivate.
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