The Man Who Laughs (1928)
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THE BREAKING HEART BEHIND THE LAUGHING FACE.
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Gwynplaine, son of Lord Clancharlie, has a permanent smile carved on his face by the King, in revenge for Gwynplaine's father's treachery. Gwynplaine is adopted by a travelling showman and becomes a popular idol. He falls in love with the blind Dea. The king dies, and his evil jester tries to destroy or corrupt Gwynplaine.
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Directed by: Paul Leni, Gilbert Warrenton
Written by: Walter Anthony, May McLean, Marion Ward
Produced by: Carl Laemmle
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