Charles Grandet is set to inherit his father's wealth after his death. Charles is taken in by his uncle, Monsieur Grandet, but he's a scheming and manipulative man, who forbids Charles affections for his cousin, Eugenie.
It's quite a captivating movie, obviously it's incredibly dated in terms of production and story, but that is surely part of its appeal, at over 100 years old, you have to admire the brilliant sense of atmosphere and clever storytelling.
It's very chilling in parts as well, this must have thrilled the audiences.
The most striking thing about this movie, the presence of Rudolph Valentino, I'm surprised at how little he's present, he's definitely not the lead, what an exquisite looking man.
Rex Ingram did a fine job directing this, for making a picture that still has an appeal a hundred years on.
8/10.
It's quite a captivating movie, obviously it's incredibly dated in terms of production and story, but that is surely part of its appeal, at over 100 years old, you have to admire the brilliant sense of atmosphere and clever storytelling.
It's very chilling in parts as well, this must have thrilled the audiences.
The most striking thing about this movie, the presence of Rudolph Valentino, I'm surprised at how little he's present, he's definitely not the lead, what an exquisite looking man.
Rex Ingram did a fine job directing this, for making a picture that still has an appeal a hundred years on.
8/10.