A retired grocer and Gorbels boys save a Russian prince from Bolsheviks..

Is "Huntingtower" worth watching today? Short answer: yes, but with significant caveats that speak to its age and the era it represents. This silent adaptation of John Buchan’s novel is a fascinating historical artifact and a surprisingly engaging adventure for those willing to meet it on its own terms, but it is certa...


Comparing the cinematic DNA and archive impact of two defining moments in cult history.

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"Is "Huntingtower" worth watching today? Short answer: yes, but with significant caveats that speak to its age and the era it represents. This silent adaptation of John Buchan’s novel is a fascinating historical artifact and a surprisingly engaging adventure for those willing to meet it on its own terms, but it is certainly not for everyone.This film works because of its charmingly earnest performances and its pioneering spirit in adapting a popular adventure novel for the screen, capturing a sen..."
Douglas Herald
Charles E. Whittaker, John Buchan
United Kingdom

