Based on George du Maurier's novel and directed by Maurice Tourneur, this silent classic brings to life the story of Svengali. Using his hypnotic abilities, the mad man transforms a tone-deaf woman named Trilby into a singing diva who becomes the toast of Paris. But she soon discovers the cost of being put under Svengali's spell. Wilton Lackaye, Clara Kimball Young, Paul McAllister star. 60 min. Standard; Soundtrack: music score. Silent with music score. Plays All Regions.