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The Show

NR19271h 16mTod Browning
IMDb 6.9

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"Strange were the figures in the Side Show-but stranger by far the drama of life- as played back of the scenes!!"

Cock Robin is the swaggering ballyhoo man of a Hungarian sideshow known as the Palace of Illusions. The highlight of the show is a reenactment of Salome's dance of the seven veils, replete with the beheading of Jokanaan. The performer portraying Salome is in love with Cock Robin. Jealous, sinister The Greek is determined to eliminate that competition.

DramaRomance
RobberyBudapest, HungaryGiant LizardWomanizerThiefMurderSilent FilmAtticSideshowFreaks

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What is The Show (1927) about?

Cock Robin is the swaggering ballyhoo man of a Hungarian sideshow known as the Palace of Illusions. The highlight of the show is a reenactment of Salome's dance of the seven veils, replete with the beheading of Jokanaan. The performer portraying Salome is in love with Cock Robin. Jealous, sinister The Greek is determined to eliminate that competition.

Who stars in The Show?

The Show stars John Gilbert (Cock Robin), Renée Adorée (Salome), Lionel Barrymore (The Greek), Gertrude Short (Lena Driskai), Edward Connelly (The Blind Soldier). The film was directed by Tod Browning.

How long is The Show?

The Show has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 1927. It is rated NR.

Is The Show worth watching?

The Show holds an IMDb rating of 6.9/10. Fans of Drama, Romance are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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