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The Teeth of the Tiger
Living quietly under the assumed name Paul Sernine, reformed gentleman crook Arsene Lupin is summoned to protect his invalid, wealthy friend Henry Forbes.
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Plot Summary
A jewel thief is on the loose, and a young woman finds herself entangled in the dangerous web of stolen diamonds and desperate criminals. As she navigates this perilous world, she must uncover the truth behind the 'Tiger' and protect herself from those who seek to exploit her.
Critical Reception
As a silent film from 1919, specific critical reception details are scarce. However, its existence as a surviving film suggests it was of enough interest to be preserved. Reviews from the era often focused on the acting, suspense, and the novelty of the crime genre.
What Reviewers Say
Engaging early crime drama with a compelling plot.
Features a strong performance from Bessie Love.
Captures the atmosphere of early 20th-century crime thrillers.
Google audience: Information regarding specific audience reviews from Google for this silent film is not available.
Fun Fact
This film is notable for being a surviving example of early American crime cinema and for its lead actress, Bessie Love, who later became a significant figure in Hollywood and a veteran of over 100 films.
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