- Genre
- Mystery
- Year
- 1922
- Runtime
- 1h18
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The Man from Beyond
Beyond time, beyond death—one man’s epic return.
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Synopsis
"The Man from Beyond" is a 1922 silent adventure film starring the legendary Harry Houdini. The story follows the mysterious resurrection of a man who mysteriously returns to life after being frozen in the Arctic ice for decades. As he awakens to a changed world, he embarks on a quest to uncover the fate of his lost love and confront the forces that threaten their reunion. The film combines elements of romance, suspense, and Houdini’s signature escape artistry to craft a captivating narrative that explores themes of love, survival, and the passage of time. With stunning visual effects for its era and Houdini’s magnetic presence, the movie offers a unique blend of fantasy and drama set against the backdrop of early 20th-century intrigue.
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Reviews
"The Man from Beyond" garners mixed reviews, with appreciation often directed towards Harry Houdini’s onscreen charisma and the film’s imaginative premise. On IMDb, the movie holds a rating of 5.4/10, reflecting a range of critical opinions. Many critics praise Houdini’s physical performance and stunt work, highlighting how his real-life escapology skills translate effectively onto the silent screen. However, some reviewers find the plot to be somewhat predictable and the pacing slow by modern standards. Rotten Tomatoes does not provide an official rating due to the film’s age and limited contemporary reviews, but film historians frequently note that the movie is an interesting artifact of Houdini’s cinematic career and early special effects filmmaking. Overall, "The Man from Beyond" is viewed as a historical curiosity that will appeal most to fans of silent films and Houdini aficionados, while casual viewers might find its narrative and production style dated.
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