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The Bells is a 1926 American silent horror-drama film starring Lionel Barrymore as a guilt-ridden innkeeper. Its story concerns a man haunted by visions and hallucinations connected with the murder of a guest, reflecting the influence of the stage melodrama on which the film was based. The film belongs to the silent era and combines crime, psychological torment, supernatural suggestion, and theatrical moral retribution.
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Who stars in The Bells?
Lionel Barrymore stars as a guilt-ridden innkeeper. His character is haunted by visions connected with a past murder.
What is The Bells about?
The film follows an innkeeper troubled by hallucinations and guilt after murdering a guest. Its horror comes from the way the past returns through disturbing visions.
When was The Bells released?
The Bells is a 1926 silent horror-drama film. Its story reflects the influence of the stage melodrama on which it was based.
Is The Bells based on a stage play?
Yes, the film reflects the influence of the stage melodrama The Bells. Lionel Barrymore plays the innkeeper at the center of the story.
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