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Aug 12, 2014Isley rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
LAUGH CLOWN LAUGH (1928): Despite the creepy premise (Lon Chaney falls in love with his foundling “daughter” when she grows up), this is a pretty great silent film. The central irony of a sad clown might be obvious, but Chaney’s performance actually makes it quite powerful. ACE OF HEARTS (1921): Minor Lon Chaney silent film that follows a secret organization of humanitarian assassins. The implausible plot and bland costar opposite Chaney (who was great as usual despite his silly hair) bring this one down a few notches.