I adore silent films, especially the ones that have a bit of supernatural vent to them. This is the story of a gifted neurosurgeon, the woman whom he saves from paralysis, and an evil magician. Of course, it is male dominated, as the young woman becomes the object of attention. The evil scientist/magician pores through books using the black arts. It seems he needs the blood of a virgin to create life, so he goes through great pains to get the woman in question. He has the power of hypnosis and is able to grab her before her wedding and put a trance on her. From then on it is about efforts to get to her before her blood is spilled. That sounds simple, but there are some really classic moments. The fair is really fun to see. There is also a long scene where evil spirits are called up from the pits of hell. All in all, I had never seen this. It is well worth the effort.
Review of The Magician
