The Eleven Devils
Die elf Teufel / The Eleven Devils was made in Berlin in the summer of 1927, in the last throes of the silent movie era. But Die elf Teufel strikes one today as a prophetic film. One of its early captions is "Football, the sport of the century ". We are shown a ball bathed in light like some sacred relic, and observe how, even in those early days, fans on the terraces wouldn't shy away from using their fists.
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Plot Summary
In the harsh landscape of the American West, a young woman named Mary struggles to find her place. She is the daughter of a ruthless landowner who disinherited her and her mother. Mary later falls in love with a prospector, but her father's cruelty and the surrounding unforgiving environment create obstacles for their happiness.
Critical Reception
As a silent film from the late 1920s, "The Eleven Devils" received moderate attention for its dramatic storytelling and the performances of its lead actors, particularly Dolores Costello in a dual role. It was noted for its atmospheric depiction of the West and its melodrama, though it is less remembered today than many other films from the era.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its dramatic intensity and the dual performance of Dolores Costello.
- Appreciated for its atmospheric depiction of the Western setting.
- Considered a solid example of melodramatic storytelling from the silent era.
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Fun Fact
Dolores Costello, who played the dual role of Mary and her identical twin sister, was a prominent actress of the silent film era and the grandmother of actress Drew Barrymore.
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