The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse

A sweeping, solemn silent epic that moves from tango-fueled passion to trench-bound tragedy, asking patience but rewarding it with genuine emotional force.

Directed by

Rex Ingram

Genres

War, Romance, Drama

Starring

Rudolph Valentino, Josef Swickard, Alice Terry

Tagline

AN EPIC OF REALISM With its great scenes of Argentine-its intimate views of Parisian life-its titanic battle scenes-its massive settings-its tremendous realism-its faithful reproduction of the vital story-its mighty drama-its soul stirring romance.

Overview

Set in the years before and during World War I, this epic tale tells the story of a rich Argentine family, one of its two descending branches being half of French heritage, the other being half German. Following the death of the family patriarch, the man's two daughters and their families resettle to France and Germany, respectively. In time the Great War breaks out, putting members of the family on opposing sides.

How it feels

Melancholic, earnest, dark and romantic. Measured and needs your attention.

About

War, love, family, grief

Content

Mild violence and sexual content. No gore or swearing.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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