A Tale of Two Cities
An early film version of the Charles Dickens classic about the French Revolution and its subsequent Reign of Terror.
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📋 Film Details
| Year | 1911 |
| Country | United States of America |
| Genre | Drama, History |
| Director | William Humphrey |
| Runtime | 45 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 5.0/10 (2 votes) |
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🎬 MovieFinder's Take
The film constructs its epic scale by relying on the stark contrast between two cities and two fates, exploring themes of sacrifice and resurrection through the powerful visual language of silent cinema—intense close-ups and chaotic crowd scenes.
What lingers after viewing is the profound emotional impact of a timeless story where personal redemption clashes with the irreversible tide of history, told with enduring gravity. — MovieFinder Editorial
Director: William Humphrey
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With subdued lighting and a period-appropriate score to fully absorb each silent gesture and dramatic tableau.
🎭 Cast
Maurice Costello
Sydney Carton
Florence Turner
Lucie Manette
John Bunny
Jailer
Norma Talmadge
(Mimi) Woman on the way to guillotine
William Humphrey
The Duke D'Evremon
Florence Foley
The Woodcutter's Child
Kenneth Casey
Duke's Son in Early Scenes
Ralph Ince
James Morrison
Peasant brother
Julia Swayne Gordon
Miss Pross
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