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GERMANY · 1932

The Tempest

Robert Siodmak
German Expressionism sorcery woman director sword island storm
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An adaptation of the play by William Shakespeare. Prospera (a female version of Shakespeare's Prospero) is the usurped ruler of Milan who has been banished to a mysterious island with her daughter. Using her magical powers, she draws her enemies to the island to exact her revenge.

Year1932
CountryGermany
DirectorRobert Siodmak
MovementGerman Expressionism
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