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The Golem

Synopsis

This mostly lost film is often confused with director Paul Wegener third and readily available interpretation of the legend; Der Golem, wie er in die Welt kam (1920). In this version of the golem legend, the golem, a clay statue brought to life by Rabbi Loew in 16th century Prague to save the Jews from the ongoing brutal persecution by the city's rulers, is found in the rubble of an old synagogue in the 20th century. Brought to life by an antique dealer, the golem is used as a menial servant. Eventually falling in love with the dealer's wife, it goes on a murderous rampage when its love for her goes unanswered.

Horror, Fantasy

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Details

Title:
The Golem

Latest releases:
Jan. 15, 1915

Decade:
Years 1910

Country of origin:
Germany

Duration
60mn

Genres
Horror, Fantasy

Actors
Paul Wegener, Rudolf Blümner, Carl Ebert, Henrik Galeen

Source:
Public Domain via Wikipedia (Internet Archive)
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