Sunrise
Director: F.W. Murnau
Actors: George O'Brien, Janet Gaynor, Margaret Livingston
PlotA humble farmer becomes entranced by a woman from the city who convinces him to murder his loving wife in order to be with her. Overcome by temptation and the allure of a new life, he agrees, plotting to take his wife on a boat ride where he plans to drown her. However, as he begins to enact the plan, guilt overwhelms him, and he recoils from the act, leaving his wife frightened and confused.
In an attempt to make amends for his horrifying intentions, the farmer takes his wife to the city for a day together, where they rediscover their love and joy in each other's company. They experience the bustling life of the urban landscape, engaging in activities that rejuvenate their bond and rekindle their deep-rooted affection. However, despite the rekindling of their marital bliss, the repercussions of his earlier actions continue to loom.
Writers: Carl Mayer, Hermann Sudermann, Katherine Hilliker
Release Date: 04 Nov 1927
Runtime: 94 min
Rating: Passed
Country: United States
Language: None, English
Home Video Reviews
A must-have for collectors, 'Sunrise' on Blu-ray features respectable video transfers and solid supplements, despite some lossy audio concerns.
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