Movie Description
Le Vertige
(1926)Overview
The film opens with the overthrow of the Czar during the 1917 Russian revolution. The family of General Count Svirsky (Roger Karl) cower in their home, certain that the mobs of angry peasants will tear them apart. But even in this moment of crisis, Svirsky can find time to murder the young officer who has been having an affair with Countess Svirska (Emmy Lynn). The Countess knows what has happened, but she loyally remains with her husband as they escape to the safety of the French Riviera. It is here that the Countess meets Henri de Cassel (Jaque Catelain), the “living image” of her dead lover.
Featured Crew
- Director : Marcel L'Herbier
- Writer : Marcel L'Herbier,Charles Méré
- Cast : Jaque Catelain,Roger Karl,Emmy Lynn,Claire Prélia
Cast
Henri de Cassel - le sosie de Dimitrieff, abattu par Svirsky
Le général Svirsky - le mari jaloux de Natacha
Natacha Svirsky - une émigrée russe qui croit reconnaître son amant mort à Nice
Mme de Cassel
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Facts
Original TitleLe Vertige
Status Released
Release Information
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1926-07-05
Original LanguageUnknown
Runtime 02h 10m
Production CompaniesCinégraphic
Genres
- Drama
