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The Witching Hour
Jack Brookfield, a gambler with clairvoyant and hypnotic powers, is able to win at cards through his unique gift. But when he inadvertently hypnotizes young Clay Thorne, Thorne kills an enemy of Brookfield's while under a trance. No one believes Brookfield's protestations that Thorne is innocent of any murderous intent
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Plot Summary
A young woman finds herself drawn into a dark and mysterious past tied to witchcraft and unexplained occurrences. As she delves deeper, she uncovers secrets that blur the lines between reality and the supernatural, facing a perilous destiny.
Critical Reception
As a silent film from 1916, specific critical reception is scarce. However, its themes of mystery and horror suggest it aimed to evoke suspense and fear in its contemporary audience. The film is notable for its era in exploring darker, more sensational subject matter.
What Reviewers Say
Explored themes of supernatural mystery and terror, common in early horror.
Likely aimed for a sensationalist appeal through its dark subject matter.
Google audience: Information on Google user reviews for this silent film is not available.
Fun Fact
This film is considered a lost film, meaning no known copies exist today, making its historical context difficult to fully assess.
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