The Fall of Babylon
The Fall of Babylon

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The Fall of Babylon

1919
Movie
63 min
English

After the relatively low box office takings of 'Intolerance', D. W. Griffith would revisit his epic film three years later by releasing two of the film's interlocking stories as standalone features, with some new additional footage. The first of the two was 'The Fall of Babylon', which depicts the conflict between Prince Belshazzar of Babylon and Cyrus the Great of Persia.

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Director: UnknownGenres: Historical Drama, Silent Film

Plot Summary

This silent film was a lavish production depicting the biblical story of the destruction of Babylon. It is believed to have focused on the opulence of the city and its subsequent downfall, likely involving themes of decadence and divine retribution. The narrative would have followed key figures from the biblical account, possibly including Nebuchadnezzar and Belshazzar, culminating in the city's capture. The film aimed to recreate the grandeur and drama of this ancient historical event for its audience.

Critical Reception

Information on the critical reception of 'The Fall of Babylon' from 1919 is extremely scarce due to its age and the lost nature of the film. Contemporary reviews for films of this era, especially those that are now lost, are rarely archived. It is presumed to have been a visually impressive spectacle for its time, given the usual ambitions of historical epics, but specific critical commentary is unavailable.

What Reviewers Say

  • Likely praised for its scale and visual ambition for the era.

  • May have been noted for its attempt to adapt a significant historical/religious narrative.

  • Details regarding specific critical points are lost to time.

Google audience: Due to the film being lost and its age, there is no available information regarding Google user reviews or audience reception.

Fun Fact

As 'The Fall of Babylon' is considered a lost film, meaning no known copies exist, all details about its content and production are based on historical accounts, promotional materials, and educated speculation about silent biblical epics of the era.

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