Romola
In Renaissance Florence, a Florentine trader meets a shipwrecked stranger, who introduces himself as Tito Melema, a young Italianate-Greek scholar. Tito becomes acquainted with several other Florentines, including Nello the barber and a young girl named Tessa. He is also introduced to a blind scholar named Bardo de' Bardi, and his daughter Romola. As Tito becomes settled in Florence, assisting Bardo with classical studies, he falls in love with Romola.
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📋 Film Details
| Year | 1924 |
| Country | United States of America |
| Genre | Drama, History |
| Director | Henry King |
| Runtime | 106 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 6.6/10 (5 votes) |
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Director Henry King constructs a lavish historical tapestry, relying on meticulously designed sets and costumes to evoke the texture of Renaissance Florence. The camera explores the intimate drama through expressive close-ups, contrasting personal betrayals with the backdrop of political upheaval.
What lingers after the final reel is the poignant clash between idealism and opportunism, embodied in the central romantic tragedy. The film serves as a timeless reminder of how individual choices ripple through an entire society. — MovieFinder Editorial
Director: Henry King
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In a quiet setting, to fully appreciate the visual splendor and deliberate pace of silent storytelling.
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