One of the earliest cinematic adaptation of Chinese classic novel Journey to the West. When seeking for food alone, Tang Xuanzang was kept prisoner by seven spider monsters who took the form of seven beautiful women.
Is the 1927 version of The Cave of the Silken Web worth your time today? Short answer: Absolutely, but only if you appreciate the raw, experimental spirit of early global cinema over modern polish.This film is a mandatory watch for historians of Asian cinema and fans of folk-horror, though it will likely frustrate thos...
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"Is the 1927 version of The Cave of the Silken Web worth your time today? Short answer: Absolutely, but only if you appreciate the raw, experimental spirit of early global cinema over modern polish.This film is a mandatory watch for historians of Asian cinema and fans of folk-horror, though it will likely frustrate those who demand high-definition clarity or fast-paced modern editing. It is a relic that breathes with a surprising amount of flirtatious energy.This film works because it embraces a ..."
Tuochen Chen
Guan Ji'an, Cheng'en Wu
China
1920 · IMDb 6.4
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