Gordian the Tyrant
Gordian the Tyrant

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Gordian the Tyrant

1937
Movie
100 min
German

A small town official in pre Weimar Germany stands in opposition to any progress in his area, but is challenged when a stage impresario who looks just like him, arrives.

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IMDb6.0/10
Director: Carl BoeseGenres: Historical, Drama

Plot Summary

In ancient Rome, the ruthless tyrant Gordian seizes power, bringing an era of fear and oppression. A brave soldier, Cassius, rallies the people to overthrow the dictator. The film chronicles the struggle for freedom against Gordian's cruel reign and the eventual fight for a just society.

Critical Reception

Details on critical reception for this 1937 German historical drama are scarce due to its age and origin. Contemporary reviews likely focused on its portrayal of historical tyranny and its patriotic undertones common in German cinema of the era. Audience reception would have been influenced by the political climate.

What Reviewers Say

  • Appreciated for its historical setting and dramatic portrayal of tyranny.

  • Noted for its patriotic themes prevalent in German cinema of the period.

  • Considered a typical historical drama of its time.

Google audience: Information on specific Google user reviews for 'Gordian, der Tyrann' is not readily available. As a film from 1937, it predates widespread digital review platforms, and its historical context makes direct comparison to modern audience sentiment difficult.

Fun Fact

The film was produced during a period of significant propaganda influence in German cinema, with many historical dramas aiming to reinforce national narratives.

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