If you're a real deep-dive silent film enthusiast, The Swell Head might be a curious little trip. For anyone else, especially those who struggle with intertitles and that *distinct* silent movie acting style, best to just… walk on by. It’s a very specific taste, you know? This film, from way back in 1928, is all about...
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Comparing the cinematic DNA and archive impact of two defining moments in cult history.
Bryan Foy
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"If you're a real deep-dive silent film enthusiast, The Swell Head might be a curious little trip. For anyone else, especially those who struggle with intertitles and that *distinct* silent movie acting style, best to just… walk on by. It’s a very specific taste, you know? This film, from way back in 1928, is all about a guy, played by Jack Lloyd, who thinks he's hot stuff. His character, let’s just call him 'Big Shot' because that’s the vibe, struts around like he owns the place. You see him pu..."
Murray Roth, F. Hugh Herbert
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