1932 adaptation of a Tod Robbins short story
When trapeze artist Cleopatra (Olga Baclanova) learns that circus "freak" Hans (Harry Earles) has an inheritance, she marries the lovesick, diminutive performer, all the while planning to steal his fortune and run off with her lover, strong man Hercules (Henry Victor). When Hans' friends and fellow performers discover what is going on, they band together and carry out a brutal revenge that leaves Hercules and Cleopatra knowing what it truly means to be a "freak." (Rotten Tomatoes/Not rated/64 minutes)
Chips, candy, sodas, and water will be provided. Film begins promptly at 3pm. The library's Great Short Stories discussion group will be talking about the short story "Spurs" on Monday, February 12th at 6:30pm, join us! For more information, contact Holley at 205-445-1117 or hwesley@oneallibrary.org.
AGE GROUP: | Adults (Ages 21+) | Adults (Ages 18+) |
EVENT TYPE: | Regular Series | Movie Series | Movie | Adult Events |
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