Director: Archie Mayo
Language
English
NMTW
70%
Good
Nominated for 2 Oscars. 2 nominations total
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John BarrymoreSvengali -
Marian MarshTrilby O'Farrell
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Donald CrispThe Laird
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Bramwell FletcherBillee
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Carmel MyersMadame Honorine
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Luis AlberniGecko
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Lumsden HareMonsieur Taffy
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Paul PorcasiBonelli
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Ferike BorosMarta (uncredited)
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Adrienne D'AmbricourtMme. Vinard (uncredited)
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Yola d'AvrilMaid (uncredited)
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Rose DioneTrilby's Mother (uncredited)
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| Country: | USA |
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| Length: | 81 min |
Description:
A composer in Paris finds inspiration in a beautiful aspiring model, becoming increasingly obsessed with her. He uses hypnotism to transform her into his muse and then his wife. The film explores the blurred lines between art and manipulation, examining themes of control, love, and creativity. The composer's reliance on suggestion reveals complexities within their relationship and raises questions about the nature of inspiration.
| Alternative title: | Svengali |
| Release year: | 1931 |
| Language: | English |
| Awards: | 🏆 Nominated for 2 Oscars. 2 nominations total |
| Director: | Archie Mayo |
| Type: | Movie |
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