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Release Year1917
Runtime0h 52m
LanguageGerman
CertificationNR
GenresHorror, Science Fiction
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DirectorOtto Rippert
WritersRobert Reinert
TypeFeature Film
Rating7.0 out of 10
Cast9 credited
Also Known AsThe Destruction of Mankind
About The Destruction of Mankind
For a long time the homunculus had to hide from his pursuers. But now he mingles with humanity again and sows discord, strife and murder. One day, when he meets an orphaned girl, he takes her to the shepherd Rudolf's parents. His goal is to pair the two together in order to breed a new human race from them. To this end, he kidnaps her to a deserted island. But the plan fails because Rudolf tries to kill the homunculus after learning his true identity. In revenge, the homunculus destroys the entire island, including the young couple. His hitherto loyal companion Edgar Rodin is so horrified by this deed that he renounces the homunculus and threatens him with death.
Directed by Otto Rippert, The Destruction of Mankind leans on a strong ensemble — Aud Egede-Nissen, Olaf Fønss, Maria Immhofen — 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 horror titles of 1917.
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