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Release Year1927
Runtime1h 05m
LanguageEN
CertificationNR
GenresAdventure
Votes4
DirectorM.A. Wetherell
WritersDaniel Defoe
TypeFeature Film
Rating6.8 out of 10
Cast4 credited
Also Known AsRobinson Crusoe
About Robinson Crusoe
Daniel Defoe's classic tale of survival is handsomely brought to the movies for the first time in this rarely seen 1927 film, produced by Rex Pictures, a division of Universal. M. A. Wetherell, who stars as Robinson Crusoe, produced, directed and adapted the story for the screen, admirably condensing a lengthy slow-moving novel into a taut, exciting screen adventure. The costumes and production values match the fine performances and all of the island sequences appear to have been shot outdoors, convincingly on location. Crusoe's improvised island apparel and makeshift architectural constructions are creatively and faithfully rendered.
Directed by M.A. Wetherell, Robinson Crusoe leans on a strong ensemble — M.A. Wetherell, Fay Compton, Herbert Waithe — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.
The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about adventure titles of 1927.
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