The Kiss of Hate
When Count Peter Turgeneff, his daughter, Nadia, and Paul, his generous-hearted son, came to live in the Governor's palace in the Russian province of Valogda, there was rejoicing among the oppressed race whose home was in the Ghetto.
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Plot Summary
A wealthy young man, blinded by jealousy, wrongly accuses his faithful fiancée of infidelity. He casts her out and becomes involved with a heartless adventuress who plans to swindle him out of his fortune. The adventuress succeeds in her plan and leaves him penniless and alone. Ultimately, the young man realizes his mistake and desperately seeks reconciliation with his former love, who by this time has found solace and happiness with another man.
Critical Reception
Details on critical reception from 1916 are scarce, but the film was a melodrama that likely appealed to audiences of its time. Modern critical assessment is limited due to its age and scarcity, with most commentary focusing on its place as an early example of Hollywood filmmaking.
What Reviewers Say
- Melodramatic plot with a focus on betrayal and regret.
- Features early performances from notable actors of the silent film era.
- A typical example of romantic drama from the 1910s.
Google audience: As a silent film from 1916, direct Google user reviews are not available. However, based on its genre and era, it would have likely been appreciated for its dramatic storytelling and emotional themes by contemporary audiences.
Fun Fact
The film is considered a lost film, with no known copies existing today.
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