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Movie poster: Monte Cristo (1912)
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Monte Cristo

1912 · 30 min Adventure
6.0 / 10 · TMDB

An unauthorised adaptation of the novel by Alexandre Dumas. Produced by Selig with the intent of beating Adolph Zukor's adaptation to the screen, Zukor successfully sued and the prints were ordered to be destroyed. The film is now lost.

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Year 1912
Country United States of America
Genre Adventure
Director Colin Campbell
Runtime 30 min.
Rating TMDB: 6.0/10 (1 votes)

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This early adaptation constructs its narrative around the pivotal turns of the famed novel, relying on the visual language of silent cinema to convey the story's epic scope. It explores the stark contrast between the dungeon's gloom and Parisian high society's glitter through expressive performances.

What lingers after the final reel is the essence of a timeless revenge saga, condensed into a brief yet potent format. The meticulous plotting of the Count's schemes remains compelling, even in this abbreviated form. — MovieFinder Editorial

Director: Colin Campbell

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With a sense of historical curiosity, appreciating it as a rare fragment of early cinematic ambition.

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