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The Man Who Laughs

The Man Who Laughs (1928)

Drama, Horror, Mystery, Romantic, Thriller | United States

Director: Paul Leni

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Rating: 7.8/10

SYNOPSIS

Gwynplaine, son of Lord Clancharlie, has a permanent smile carved on his face by the King, in revenge for Gwynplaine's father's treachery. Gwynplaine is adopted by a travelling showman and becomes a popular idol. He falls in love with the blind Dea. The king dies, and his evil jester tries to destroy or corrupt Gwynplaine.

Actors

Writer: Victor Hugo, J. Grubb Alexander

RUNTIME: 110 min

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