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The Black Panther
Kornej is a young painter of primitivism. An art agent discover the works of Kornej and buy the whole collection. The art critic Moulin is very excited about Kornejs paintings and style. Kornej marries his childhood sweetheart Rita. They have a child that carries a mystic disease. Allt the money Kornej got from selling his collection is put into the care of the sick child. Rita leaves Kornej.
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Plot Summary
The Black Panther is a 1921 silent film serial that followed the exploits of a mysterious masked avenger who battles criminals in New York City. This early serial featured a series of cliffhangers and daring rescues as the hero, known only as The Black Panther, tried to thwart a sinister criminal organization.
Critical Reception
Information on the critical reception of 'The Black Panther' (1921) is scarce due to its age and the nature of silent film criticism at the time. As an early serial, its primary aim was likely mass entertainment, with reviews, if they existed, focusing on its action, suspense, and cliffhanger endings rather than deep thematic analysis.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its fast-paced action and thrilling cliffhangers, typical of the serial genre.
The mysterious masked hero was a popular trope, engaging audiences with its suspenseful narrative.
Likely received as exciting, escapist entertainment for the time.
Google audience: Audience reception for this very early silent film serial is not well-documented. However, films of this era and genre were generally enjoyed for their action and serial format, which encouraged repeat viewings.
Fun Fact
As a silent film serial from 1921, 'The Black Panther' would have relied entirely on intertitles and the actors' physical performances to convey the story and dialogue to its audience.
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