
Inventor Peter Marchmont has discovered a purple light that renders the user invisible. On his release from prison, Marchmont, disguised as Victor Cromport, uses the light to revenge himself against his former wife, Jewel, and her partner, James Dawson, who framed him for theft.


The Unknown Purple, a silent film directed by Roland West, is a thought-provoking and visually stunning masterpiece that delves into the complexities of human nature, expertly weaving a narrative that is both a scathing critique of societal norms and a poignant exploration of the human condition. As we delve into the w...

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"The Unknown Purple, a silent film directed by Roland West, is a thought-provoking and visually stunning masterpiece that delves into the complexities of human nature, expertly weaving a narrative that is both a scathing critique of societal norms and a poignant exploration of the human condition. As we delve into the world of Peter Marchmont, a brilliant inventor driven by a thirst for vengeance, we are confronted with a myriad of questions regarding the ethics of scientific discovery and the bl..."
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Paul Schofield, Roland West, Carlyle Moore, Alfred A. Cohn
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