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Bigamie
Master plumber Otto Engel has worked his way to a certain degree of prosperity through hard work. In the young and virtuous Elise, the pretty daughter of the local court clerk, he has found a sincere admirer who loves him more than anything. But Otto has eyes only for Ada, a dancer whom he considers far more exciting and whom he spotted some time ago at an outdoor café. In his love-stricken delusion, he is determined to marry the “sinful” Ada.
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Plot Summary
A young woman finds herself in a difficult situation when her husband, believed to be dead, returns shortly after she has remarried. This leads to complex emotional and social challenges as she navigates her two marriages.
Critical Reception
Information on the critical reception of 'Bigamie' from 1927 is scarce in modern archives. As a silent film from that era, detailed contemporary reviews are not widely available. However, films of this dramatic nature often explored societal norms and personal dilemmas, which would have been subjects of discussion.
What Reviewers Say
Focuses on the complex emotional turmoil of a woman caught between two marriages.
Explores themes of societal pressure and personal choice in dramatic fashion.
A poignant examination of love, duty, and the consequences of deception.
Google audience: Due to the age and limited modern distribution of 'Bigamie,' there is no substantial data available for Google user reviews or summaries.
Fun Fact
The film's release predates the widespread adoption of sound in cinema, making it a silent film that relies entirely on visual storytelling and intertitles.
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