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The Golem (Der Golem, wie er in die Welt kam) (1920)

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Actor-director Paul Wegener made three films built around the mythical creature of Jewish legend: Golem was released in 1914, and a sequel of sorts, Der Golem und die T�nzerin, came out in 1917. This is the one film which has survived and is regarded among the landmarks of early German expressionism. In medieval Prague, Rabbi Loew (Albert Steinruck) observes the stars and concludes that trouble is brewing for his people. When the emperor issues a decree threatening the expulsion of Jews from the

Unrated, 1 hr. 15 min.

Horror, Art House & International, Classics, Science Fiction & Fantasy

Directed By: Carl Boese , Paul Wegener

On DVD: Mar 8, 2005

Cast

Ralph Carney
Horns
Ernst Deutsch
Famulus
Fritz Feld
Jester
Otto Gebuhr
Lathar Menthel
Knight Florian
Lyda Salmonova
Rabbi's Daughter
Albert Steinr�ck
Rabbi Loew
Paul Wegener
The Golem
Hanns Sturm
Emperor Rudolph II
Jason Carter
Drums/Percussion
Duane Jarvis
Lead Guitar
Joseph Pope
Bass
Eric Drew Feldman
Keyboards/Synthetics

Critic Reviews for The Golem (Der Golem, wie er in die Welt kam)

All Critics (9) | Top Critics (1) | Fresh (8) | Rotten (0) | DVD (3)

Of the four extant versions of this perennial horror classic, Paul Wegener's 1920 version remains the best.

October 8, 2002 Full Review Source: Chicago Reader

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Don Druker

Chicago Reader

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The Golem, carefully crafted and visually impressive work, has lost little of its power over the decades.

September 19, 2007 Full Review Source: TV Guide's Movie Guide

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TV Guide's Movie Guide

This classic in horror is mainly enjoyed for its powerful visuals.

December 15, 2003 Full Review Source: Ozus' World Movie Reviews

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Dennis Schwartz

Ozus' World Movie Reviews

Paul Wegener directs and stars in an enduring example of German Expressionist horror, based on an ancient Jewish myth.

October 28, 2003 Full Review Source: Film4

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Film4

Wes Craven could take some clues from Paul Wegener's concepts.

October 8, 2002 Full Review Source: Compuserve

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Harvey S. Karten

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This movie is pretty magical for it's time, and the plot seems interesting at first, but I didn't understand how and if the Golem saved the jews in the end. It's not very clear.

November 22, 2010

AJ Verser

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The film's special effects, musical score, and editing make it an easy entry in the classic horror genre. However, it takes a back seat when compared to its' peers. The vision of actor Paul Wegener clomping about in platform heels and starched wig is comical rather than an horrific sight by modern audiences, but The

June 1, 2008