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The Blackbird is a 1926 American silent crime melodrama directed by Tod Browning for Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer. Lon Chaney plays a Limehouse underworld figure who maintains two sharply contrasting identities: the criminal known as the Blackbird and a supposedly saintly, physically disabled benefactor. The film centers on deception, rivalry, and sacrifice, using Chaney's performance and physical transformation as major narrative devices.
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How good is The Blackbird?
The Blackbird scores 6.98/10 (Fair) on Lunoo, making it rated in the Silent Film category.
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Is The Blackbird worth it in 2026?
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