Film vs Film
Select two cult films to compare side by side.
Call of the Flesh Synopsis
Cantina performer Juan aspires to opera singing under mentor Estaban's guidance. He falls for Maria, an escaped nun. Torn between marrying her and pursuing his ambitions, Juan faces opposition.
The Raven Synopsis
Edgar Allan Poe, while at college, incurs many debts and is sent home in disgrace. He is ordered from the house by his father. Shortly after, he marries, and tries to make a living by writing, but is a failure financially. His wife dies because he is unable to furnish her with even the bare necessities of life. He is plunged into great grief and despair. All night he sits brooding over his loss. Through his distorted imagination he sees the ominous raven enter his chamber and croak gloomy forebodings. The spirit of his wife also appears and finally he himself dies, and is wafted to heights supernal, where he is united with his "Lenore."
"Call of the Flesh" holds a slight edge in general audience appreciation, but "The Raven" offers its own unique cult appeal.
Suggested Watch:
Call of the Flesh