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The Golem

Name: The Golem
Genre: Horror, Fantasy
Released: 1915-01-14
Duration: 60 min
Rating: 6.7

★ 6,7 /10 (45 Votes)

1915 DE 60 min

Overview

This mostly lost film is often confused with director Paul Wegener third and readily available interpretation of the legend; Der Golem, wie er in die Welt kam (1920). In this version of the golem legend, the golem, a clay statue brought to life by Rabbi Loew in 16th century Prague to save the Jews from the ongoing brutal persecution by the city's rulers, is found in the rubble of an old synagogue in the 20th century. Brought to life by an antique dealer, the golem is used as a menial servant. Eventually falling in love with the dealer's wife, it goes on a murderous rampage when its love for her goes unanswered.

Release date

14/01/1915

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