The Untameable
The Most Shocking Film of 1923! Directed by Herbert Blache, The Untameable dramatizes the then-sensational subject of dual personality, with Gladys Walton in the dual role of Joy and her whip-toting, brutal, sadistic alter-ego Edna, and Etta Lee as her faithful Asian lesbian maid.
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| Year | 1923 |
| Country | United States of America |
| Genre | Drama |
| Director | Herbert Blaché |
| Runtime | 65 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 5.0/10 (1 votes) |
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The film constructs its narrative around the stark contrast between the protagonist's two selves, relying on visual metaphors and abrupt shifts to portray the psychological split. It explores the then-taboo subject through Gladys Walton's performance, which convincingly embodies both opposing personas.
What lingers after the final reel is the sensation of a early cinematic shock tactic, a daring probe into the duality of human nature that prioritizes sensationalism over subtlety. The film remains a curious artifact of its time. — MovieFinder Editorial
Director: Herbert Blaché
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Best viewed as a historical curiosity, with an appreciation for silent-era melodrama and expressive gesture.
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