The Oracle of Delphi
Original title: L'oracle de Delphes
1903 · 2 min
Georges MélièsCast
Plot
A box of valued jewels is placed inside the tomb of Delphi. A thief breaks into the tomb and steals it, but soon the ghost of Delphi appears and puts a curse on him.
Sinekatalog’s take
A thief robs a tomb and is cursed by a ghost in a spooky trick-film full of stage machinery. The effects are charmingly crude and the fable is simple. Best enjoyed as a glimpse of early fantasy showmanship.Sinekatalog’s own editorial review – not a user or critic quote.
Ratings
IMDb: 5.2 / 10 (371 votes)
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