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Based on Théophile Gautier's novel of the same name, the film tells of the tragic love affair of Ottavio de Saville. He falls madly in love with Madame Prascovie Labinska, a woman very faithful to her husband, the Polish count Olaf Labinski. Alarmed by the growing physical and mental weariness of the desperate young man, his relatives and friends decide to turn to Doctor Balthazar, who has just returned from a trip to the Indies where he was initiated into the secrets of Brahman.
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Plot Summary
A young woman, neglected by her wealthy parents, finds solace and wonder in a magical land populated by fairy-like creatures. She befriends a native of this enchanted realm, and together they embark on a journey filled with peril and discovery. Their adventures highlight themes of love, sacrifice, and the power of imagination against the backdrop of a world that bridges the ordinary and the extraordinary.
Critical Reception
As a silent film from 1916, contemporary critical reception is not widely documented in the way modern films are. However, reviews from the era suggest it was viewed as a fanciful and visually imaginative production for its time, aiming to capture the wonder of fairy tales. Audience reception likely focused on its escapist themes and unique visual presentation.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its imaginative and fairy-tale-like storytelling.
Noted as a visually ambitious production for its era.
Appreciated for its escapist fantasy elements.
Google audience: Information on Google user reviews for a film from 1916 is not available.
Fun Fact
This film is entirely unrelated to the 2009 James Cameron film of the same name; it is a silent film adaptation of a play, rather than a science fiction epic.
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