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A law student becomes an outlaw French revolutionary when he decides to avenge the unjust killing of his friend. To get close to the aristocrat who has killed his friend, the student adopts the identity of Scaramouche the clown.
In 18th-century France, young Rene Blandin seeks vengeance against the nobleman who murdered his adoptive father and ruined his family. Forced to flee, he joins a traveling troupe of actors, adopting the stage name Scaramouche. He uses his newfound acting skills and swordsmanship to fight for justice and expose the corrupt aristocracy.
Scaramouche was a major critical and commercial success upon its release, lauded for its grand scale, exciting action sequences, and the charismatic performance of Ramon Novarro. It is widely regarded as one of the finest swashbuckling adventures of the silent film era.
Praised for its thrilling sword fights and high-octane adventure.
Ramon Novarro's star-making performance as the dashing hero was a highlight.
Visually stunning production design and direction by Rex Ingram.
Google audience: Audience reception for this silent film is primarily through critical reviews and historical accounts, with many appreciating its classic adventure storytelling and the romantic hero.
The film was a massive box office success, grossing over $2 million against a budget of around $400,000, making it one of MGM's most profitable films of the period.
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