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Movie poster: Ashes of Vengeance (1923)
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Ashes of Vengeance

1923 · 111 min Drama
5.7 / 10 · TMDB

This historical piece, set in the Huguenot days of France, is Norma Talmadge's 37th feature film and the longest to date at two hours. The plot involves a man forced into servitude who falls in love with the sister of his persecutor. It was Ms. Talmadge's fourth involvement with director, Frank Lloyd and the cast included future star, Wallace Beery.

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Year 1923
Country United States of America
Genre Drama
Director Frank Lloyd
Runtime 111 min.
Rating TMDB: 5.7/10 (3 votes)

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Frank Lloyd constructs a sweeping historical narrative that relies on the tension between personal passion and societal obligation. The film explores the human cost of religious conflict through its epic two-hour runtime, giving weight to both the intimate romance and the broader historical canvas.

What lingers after the final reel is the poignant contrast between the grandeur of the setting and the fragility of the characters' emotions. A testament to the dramatic power of silent-era storytelling. — MovieFinder Editorial

Director: Frank Lloyd

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Best viewed with patience, as a meticulously crafted historical drama from the silent era.

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