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The Battle of the Houses

1918 · 74 min
5.0 / 10 · TMDB

After living a lie for 20 years, Ejvin Nordeck learns the grim truth about his parents. In a wistful letter from Princess Jadviga Morensky, she reveals that she is in fact his mother. At the same time, Ejvin learns that she is to blame for his father’s death years ago. Ever since, the crafty princess has tried to acquire the Nordeck family castle without previously showing such motherly concern for her son’s well-being. Can Ejvin navigate his mother’s sudden affection and break the old family feud? (stumfilm.dk)

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Original Title Slægternes Kamp
Year 1918
Director Ernst Dittmer
Runtime 74 min.
Rating TMDB: 5.0/10 (3 votes)

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The film constructs its drama on the clash between sudden maternal affection and a long-standing desire for property. It relies on expressive silent acting and careful set design to explore the hero's moral dilemma.

What lingers after viewing is a classic tale of revealed secrets and the weight of inheritance, where every glance holds meaning. — MovieFinder Editorial

Director: Ernst Dittmer

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