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The Enemy (1927)

"A vivid drama of Austria and one side of the war known only to the women."

5.519271h 30mEN
DramaRomanceWar

Directed by Fred Niblo

Rating

5.5/10

Runtime

1h 30m

Language

EN

Release

December 8, 1927

Director

Fred Niblo

Overview

Carl Behrend, son of a wealthy businessman, marries Pauli Arndt, daughter of a pacifist professor. When World War I breaks out, Carl is drafted. Pauli and her family and friends are left behind to experience the suffering which befell civilians during the war. Her luck worsens when her father is dis...

Cast

Lillian Gish

Lillian Gish

Pauli Arndt

Ralph Forbes

Ralph Forbes

Carl Behrend

Ralph Emerson

Ralph Emerson

Bruce Gordon

Frank Currier

Frank Currier

Prof. Arndt

George Fawcett

George Fawcett

August Bejremd

Fritzi Ridgeway

Fritzi Ridgeway

Mitzi Winkelmann

John S. Peters

John S. Peters

Fritz Winkelmann

Karl Dane

Karl Dane

Jan

Polly Moran

Polly Moran

Baruska

Billy Kent Schaefer

Billy Kent Schaefer

Kurt

Louise Emmons

Louise Emmons

(uncredited)

Betty Jane Graham

Betty Jane Graham

Little Girl (uncredited)

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into The Enemy (1927), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Carl Behrend, son of a wealthy businessman, marries Pauli Arndt, daughter of a pacifist professor. When World War I breaks out, Carl is drafted. Pauli and her family and friends are left behind to experience the suffering which befell civilians during the war. Her luck worsens when her father is dismissed from his professorship for teaching that war is evil. Her father argues violently with Carl's father, and degradation and despair descend on Pauli and her family as they await Carl's return from the front.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of The Enemy. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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