Cantina performer Juan aspires to opera singing under mentor Estaban's guidance. He falls for Maria, an escaped nun.
"Call of the Flesh" is one of those old-timers that might just surprise you if you're into melodramas with a capital M. If you enjoy a good old-fashioned love triangle wrapped in some serious ambition, you'll probably find something to latch onto here. However, if slow pacing and silent film-era acting styles make you ...
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Comparing the cinematic DNA and archive impact of two defining moments in cult history.
Charles Brabin
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""Call of the Flesh" is one of those old-timers that might just surprise you if you're into melodramas with a capital M. If you enjoy a good old-fashioned love triangle wrapped in some serious ambition, you'll probably find something to latch onto here. However, if slow pacing and silent film-era acting styles make you want to check your watch, maybe give this one a pass. It’s a journey, for sure.So, we meet Juan, played by Ramon Novarro. He’s singing his heart out in a bustling cantina, but you ..."
Dorothy Farnum, John Colton
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