The Last Warning
Director: Paul Leni
Actors: Laura La Plante, Montagu Love, Roy D'Arcy
PlotIn an old and abandoned theater, a mysterious death occurs during a performance, creating a cloud of suspicion and fear among the cast and crew. The victim, a prominent stage actor, dies under unexplained circumstances, leading everyone to believe that the theater is cursed. Years later, the theater owner decides to reopen the venue in an attempt to uncover the truth behind the chilling event. Along with the original cast and crew, he stages a reenactment of the ill-fated play, hoping that the investigation will reveal new clues about the murder.
As the rehearsals progress, eerie occurrences and strange phenomena plague the production, heightening the sense of dread among the participants. Tensions escalate as hidden motives and long-held grudges come to light, and it becomes apparent that everyone involved has something to hide. The line between reality and performance blurs, as fear and paranoia grip the theater. With each passing moment, the danger grows, and those involved must confront their darkest secrets to survive and uncover the identity of the true killer.
Writers: Wadsworth Camp, Alfred A. Cohn, Thomas F. Fallon
Release Date: 25 Dec 1928
Runtime: 89 min
Rating: N/A
Country: United States
Language: English
Home Video Reviews
Ahead-of-its-time camera work and a stellar 4K restoration make 'The Last Warning' an essential pick for silent film and horror enthusiasts.
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