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The Tiger of Eschnapur (1959)

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Release Date: Jan 22, 1959 Wide

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The Tiger of Eschnapur marked Fritz Lang's triumphant return to Germany after decades of exile in Hollywood, as well as a return to old-fashioned serial-influenced filmmaking. Fritz Lang created a sumptuous and exotic tale of danger and intrigue that harkens back to his own films of the 1920s and stands as a powerful legacy of contemporary action adventure films as well. Filmed on location in Germany and India, The Tiger of Eschnapur presents a two-part spectacle relaying the intricate saga of

Unrated, 1 hr. 41 min.

Drama, Action & Adventure, Romance, Art House & International

Directed By: Fritz Lang

Written By: Werner J�rg L�ddecke, Thea von Harbou, Fritz Lang

In Theaters: Jan 22, 1959 Wide

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A strikingly beautiful film that takes itself so seriously that we almost manage it ourselves.

August 19, 2009 Full Review Source: Mountain Xpress (Asheville, NC)

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Ken Hanke

Mountain Xpress (Asheville, NC)

Work of great imagination.

December 18, 2008 Full Review Source: Ozus' World Movie Reviews

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Dennis Schwartz

Ozus' World Movie Reviews

What elevates the films to the status of art-in-genre-clothing, is Lang's taste for lurid color and perfect compositions.

May 25, 2008 Full Review Source: Antagony & Ecstasy

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Tim Brayton

Antagony & Ecstasy

Visually striking adventure film, in lavish color.

December 13, 2004 Full Review Source: Classic Film and Television

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Michael E. Grost

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What you'll take home from it: -India is secretly filled with Irish people, or leprechauns. -Every temple has its hidden treasures, and lepers. -American architects can outwit a pack of tigers better than anyone trained in any profession, including zoology. -If your lost in a desert and dying of fatigue and

January 4, 2012

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