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Helen of Troy

1924·Movie
3h 24min
65
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High energy, no humor.

Energy

Epic and tense

  • Spectacle9
  • Tension7
  • Adrenaline6

Heart

Awe-inspiring and romantic

  • Wonder9
  • Romance8
  • Pathos8

Humor

Serious throughout

  • Situational Comedy0
  • Wit & Wordplay0
  • Physical Comedy0

World

History and war

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Novelty4
  • Rewatchability3

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction7
  • Narrative Structure7
  • Intrigue7

Style

Standout cinematography

  • Cinematography8
  • Visual Stylization7
  • Editing6

Who it's for

AdultsPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchPure Escapism

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About

Helena is a 1924 German silent drama film directed by Manfred Noa and starring Edy Darclea, Vladimir Gajdarov and Albert Steinrück. The film was based on the poem the Iliad by Homer. It was released in two separate parts: The Rape of Helen and The Fall of Troy. It was produced by Bavaria Film at the Emelka Studios in Munich. The film was made on an epic scale with thousands of extras, and large sets which rivalled those of the larger Berlin-based UFA.
Epic Silent CinemaClassical AntiquityGrand Scale ProductionTragic RomanceWar DramaHistorical SpectacleGerman Expressionist InfluenceMythological AdaptationVisually Ambitious

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Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Helen of Troy

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Where can I stream Helen of Troy legally?

You can watch it free with ads on Darkroom and Fawesome. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Helen of Troy worth watching?

65
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 66/100 (IMDb 6.7). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Helen of Troy rated?

Violence

Content advisories: violence.

How long is Helen of Troy?

3 h 24 min

Helen of Troy runs 3 h 24 min.

What language is Helen of Troy in?

Germanxx

It was made in German, with some xx. Produced in Germany.

What tropes does Helen of Troy use?

What a DragAdaptational HeroismAdvertised ExtraBig GoodAchilles' HeelAdaptational WimpCombat by ChampionGrey-and-Gray MoralityCassandra TruthTrojan HorseCasting GagHero Antagonistand 29 more

TV Tropes lists 41 storytelling tropes for Helen of Troy, including What a Drag, Adaptational Heroism, Advertised Extra.