When Joe, a hold-up man, tries to rob Mary, a nightclub hostess, she winds winds up knocking him out. She takes pity on him, however, and nurses him back to health.
Is Monta Bell's 1927 silent drama After Midnight worth watching today? Short answer: yes, but with significant caveats that demand a specific palate. This film is an essential watch for enthusiasts of early cinema, particularly those fascinated by the nuanced performances of the silent era and the development of genre ...
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Comparing the cinematic DNA and archive impact of two defining moments in cult history.
Monta Bell
Robert N. Bradbury
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"Is Monta Bell's 1927 silent drama After Midnight worth watching today? Short answer: yes, but with significant caveats that demand a specific palate. This film is an essential watch for enthusiasts of early cinema, particularly those fascinated by the nuanced performances of the silent era and the development of genre storytelling. However, it will likely test the patience of viewers accustomed to modern pacing and less overt melodrama. It works. But it’s flawed. Early Hollywood was a crucible ..."
Monta Bell, Joseph Farnham, Lorna Moon
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