Revenge
Revenge

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Revenge

1928
Movie
70 min
English

Rascha, the wild daughter of Costa, the Gypsy bear tamer, swears revenge on Jorga, her father's enemy, when he cuts off her braids (a sign of disgrace among the Gypsies).

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Director: Rowland V. LeeGenres: Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

A wealthy young woman, desperate to escape an arranged marriage, fakes her own death and flees to a remote island. There, she falls in love with a handsome doctor, but her past soon catches up with her, threatening to ruin their newfound happiness. She must confront the secrets she tried to bury in order to secure her future.

Critical Reception

Information on the critical reception of "Revenge" from 1928 is scarce due to the nature of film archives from that era. However, its release coincided with a period of transition in filmmaking, moving towards sound. Reviews from the time, where available, generally noted its melodramatic elements and strong performances, particularly from its lead actress. It was considered a typical romantic drama of its time.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its romantic melodrama and the lead performance.

  • Seen as a typical example of its genre during the late silent film era.

  • Noted for its exotic setting and dramatic plot.

Google audience: Audience reception data from 1928 is not available through modern platforms like Google Reviews.

Fun Fact

The film was one of the last major silent films produced by the Fox Film Corporation before the widespread adoption of sound in Hollywood.

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