During World War I, a young woman marries a famous flying ace. After the honeymoon, he is called back into service and leaves for the battlefield.
Is Midnight Lovers worth watching today? Short answer: absolutely, but with a significant caveat regarding its pacing. This film is a fascinating historical artifact for silent cinema enthusiasts and those intrigued by early portrayals of complex marital dynamics, especially against a wartime backdrop. However, viewers...
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Comparing the cinematic DNA and archive impact of two defining moments in cult history.
John Francis Dillon
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"Is Midnight Lovers worth watching today? Short answer: absolutely, but with a significant caveat regarding its pacing. This film is a fascinating historical artifact for silent cinema enthusiasts and those intrigued by early portrayals of complex marital dynamics, especially against a wartime backdrop. However, viewers accustomed to modern narrative speeds and overt character development might find its deliberate rhythm a challenge.This film works because of Anna Q. Nilsson's compelling central ..."
J.E. Harold Terry, George Marion Jr., Carey Wilson
United States
