The Devil's Foot
Sherlock Holmes (Eille Norwood) is on vacation when he stumbles into a house and discovers two bodies. Both have been dead for hours but there aren't any visible signs of violence and soon other bodies start to pile up.
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Plot Summary
In this Sherlock Holmes short film, the brilliant detective is called to the country estate of Lord Mount Derisley. Lord Derisley's brother has died under mysterious circumstances, and the only clue is a strange, devil-shaped diagram found near the body. Holmes must unravel the deadly puzzle and uncover the sinister truth before the killer strikes again.
Critical Reception
As a silent short film from the early days of cinema, "The Devil's Foot" is primarily of interest to fans of Arthur Conan Doyle's Sherlock Holmes and the history of film. Contemporary reviews are scarce, but the film is noted for its faithful adaptation of the story and Eille Norwood's portrayal of Holmes.
What Reviewers Say
- Faithful adaptation of the Sherlock Holmes story.
- Eille Norwood delivers a solid performance as Sherlock Holmes.
- A competent entry in the early Sherlock Holmes film series.
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Fun Fact
This film is part of a prolific series of Sherlock Holmes silent films starring Eille Norwood, which were produced between 1921 and 1923.
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