John Barrymore stars as the mysterious music teacher whose hypnotic hold over a young model (Marian Marsh) propels her singing career, until their bizarre relationship culminates in a deadly confrontation. Co-stars Bramwell Fletcher, Donald Crisp. Based on the classic 19th-century novel "Trilby" by George du Maurier. 81 min. Standard; Soundtrack: English Dolby Digital mono. Plays All Regions.

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Nominee: Best Cinematography, Best Art Direction--Set Decoration

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Category:: Drama
Director:: Archie Mayo
Rated:: NR
Color:: Black & White
Format:: Fullscreen
Closed Captioned:: No; Cast: John Barrymore, Marian Marsh, Donald Crisp, Bramwell Fletcher, Carmel Myers, Luis Alberni, Lumsden Hare, Paul Porcasi, Ferike Boros, Adrienne D'Ambricourt, Yola d'Avril

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