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The Whispering Chorus

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"The Whispering Chorus" is a 1918 American silent drama film directed by Cecil B. DeMille. The narrative follows a corrupt cashier, played by Raymond Hatton, who murders a stranger to steal his identity and evade the law. The film is noted for its innovative use of double exposure to depict the titular auditory hallucinations haunting the protagonist.

It blends elements of crime, psychological thriller, and moral drama characteristic of early cinema.

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Who directed The Whispering Chorus and when was it released?

The Whispering Chorus was directed by Cecil B. DeMille and released in 1918 as a silent film. It is one of DeMille's earlier dramatic works, made well before his more famous epics like The Ten Commandments.

What is the plot of The Whispering Chorus?

The film follows a desperate embezzler, played by Raymond Hatton, who fakes his own death by disfiguring the corpse of a drowned stranger and assuming the dead man's identity. His plan unravels when he is later tried and convicted of his own murder, creating a dark and ironic moral tale.

Who stars in The Whispering Chorus?

The film stars Raymond Hatton in the lead role as John Tremble, with Kathlyn Williams and Elliott Dexter in supporting roles. Hatton was a prolific character actor who appeared in numerous DeMille productions throughout the silent era.

Is The Whispering Chorus considered a significant film in DeMille's career?

While not as widely known as DeMille's later spectaculars, The Whispering Chorus is often cited by film historians as an example of his early interest in dark, psychologically complex narratives. Its themes of identity theft and moral punishment were quite sophisticated for a 1918 production.

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