This week’s Three Tune Tuesday celebrates the spirit of Christmas with a journey through three enchanting vintage recordings, capturing the joy, tranquility, and timeless magic of the holiday […]
Old Scrooge (1913)
Introduction A Christmas ghost story as timeless as its message—and silent as the grave! Old Scrooge (1913) is a fascinating relic from the early days of cinema, bringing […]
Yule
This Yule-themed episode of Three Tune Tuesday explores the warmth, wonder, and traditions of the season through three evocative acoustic-era songs that celebrate light, renewal, and togetherness.
A Christmas Carol (1910)
A Christmas Carol (1910) Introduction The 1910 silent film A Christmas Carol, directed by J. Searle Dawley and produced by the Edison Manufacturing Company, stands as one of […]
Broken Blossoms (1919)
Introduction Released in 1919, Broken Blossoms takes us into the heart of London’s Limehouse district, where two fragile lives cross paths in a world that feels cold and […]
Phantom of the Opera (1925)
Introduction Lon Chaney’s 1925 film, The Phantom of the Opera, remains a landmark achievement in the silent film era. Released at the height of the Roaring Twenties, the […]
Haxan (1922)
A Haunting Blend of Horror and History Häxan, directed by Benjamin Christensen and released in 1922, stands as a pioneering work of silent cinema, weaving a dark and […]
Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde (1920)
The 1920 silent film Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde is a cornerstone of early horror cinema, renowned for its haunting portrayal of duality and human nature. Directed by […]
The Golem (1920)
Introduction The Golem (1920) stands as a pivotal work in the history of silent cinema, carving out its legacy as one of the earliest and most influential examples […]
Dr. Mabuse the Gambler
A Silent Masterpiece of Crime and Control Fritz Lang’s “Dr. Mabuse the Gambler” (1922) stands as a towering achievement in the annals of silent cinema. This German expressionist […]