Dr. Jekyll & Mr. Hyde
Thursday, January 29th, 2009
Released - April, 1920
Directed By - John S. Robertson
Starring – John Barrymore (Dr. Henry Jekyll/Mr. Edward Hyde), Martha Mansfield (Millicent Carew), Brandon Hurst (Sir George Carew), Charles Lane (Dr. Richard Lanyon), Nita Naldi (Miss Gina).
Description – A classic silent horror film based on Robert Louis Stevenson’s novel. Dr. Henry Jekyll’s facination with the two contrasting sides of human nature lead to scientific experiments that reveal the dark side of man and himself. He develops a formula that allows him to alternate between the kindly Dr. Jekyll, and the murderous Mr. Hyde. It isn’t long before the evil side begins to take over.
NOTABLE: The early part of Jekyll’s first transformation used no makeup, instead relying on John Barrymore’s ability to contort his own face. Take a peek:
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