Storyline
This mostly lost film is often confused with director Paul Wegener third and readily available interpretation of the legend; Der Golem, wie er in die Welt kam (1920). In this version of the golem legend, the golem, a clay statue brought to life by Rabbi Loew in 16th century Prague to save the Jews from the ongoing brutal persecution by the city's rulers, is found in the rubble of an old synagogue in the 20th century. Brought to life by an antique dealer, the golem is used as a menial servant. Eventually falling in love with the dealer's wife, it goes on a murderous rampage when its love for her goes unanswered.
Cast & Crew
Paul Wegener
Golem
Lead
Rudolf Blümner
Gelehrter
CE
Carl Ebert
Troedler
HG
Henrik Galeen
Graf
Lyda Salmonova
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RA
Robert A. Dietrich
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Jakob Tiedtke
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What People Are Saying
4.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Paul Wegener's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
3.0
“Every frame feels alive. The Golem is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
