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In this haunting silent-era masterpiece, the impoverished student Balduin makes a Faustian bargain with the diabolical sorcerer Scapinelli, trading his own reflection for wealth and the chance to win the heart of a beautiful countess. But the mirror image takes on a sinister life of its own, returning to haunt Balduin at every turn, sabotaging his desires and driving him to the brink of madness. As his doppelgänger grows more malevolent, the lines between identity and illusion blur, plunging Balduin into a nightmare of guilt and psychological torment. Directed by Stellan Rye and Hanns Heinz Ewers, this pioneer of German Expressionist cinema weaves a tale of supernatural terror that remains eerily effective over a century later.
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In this haunting silent-era masterpiece, the impoverished student Balduin makes a Faustian bargain with the diabolical sorcerer Scapinelli, trading his own reflection for wealth and the chance to win the heart of a beautiful countess. But the mirror image takes on a sinister life of...
When was Der Student von Prag released?
Der Student von Prag was released in 1960.
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User Reviews
SilentHorrorLover – 7/10
“I was blown away by the atmosphere for a film from 1913. The use of shadows and the eerie double-exposure effects really creeped me out. It's a slow burn, but the doppelgänger concept is timeless.”
ClassicFilmNerd – 6/10
“Interesting piece of cinematic history, but the pacing felt sluggish. The acting was exaggerated as expected, but the story might lose modern viewers. Still, I can appreciate its influence on horror.”
GoreObsessed – 5/10
“Not much gore, obviously, but the psychological dread was there. I found the main guy annoying, but the sorcerer made me uneasy. It's worth a watch for hardcore horror fans, but don't expect jump scares.”
TheVoid – 8/10
“This movie messed with my head. The idea of your reflection coming alive and betraying you is terrifying. I had chills when Scapinelli appears. A must-see for anyone who loves creepy, old horror.”
