The Man Who Laughs (1928) Synopsis

In 1690 England, nobleman Lord Clancharlie returns from his exile to see his young son. The peer is captured by cruel King James II and before being killed, he is informed that his beloved son has been sold to the Comanchicos, who carved a permanent grin on his face. The Cormanchicos abandon the boy in the cold snowing winter, and while looking for shelter, he finds a baby held in the arms of her dead mother. He brings the baby with him and they are welcomed by philosopher Ursus, who finds that the baby is blind and raises them. Years later, Gwynplaine becomes a successful clown, and he and blind Dea present plays for common people. Gwynplaine and Dea are in love with each other, but he refuses to marry her because of his ridiculous appearance. When evil jester Barkilphedro discloses Gwynplaine's origin, he plots a means to be rewarded by the Queen, jeopardizing the love of Gwynplaine and Dea.—Claudio Carvalho, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

In 1690 England, nobleman Lord Clancharlie returns from his exile to see his young son. The peer is captured by cruel King James II and before being killed, he is informed that his beloved son has been sold to the Comanchicos, who carved a permanent grin on his face. The Cormanchicos abandon the boy in the cold snowing winter, and while looking for shelter, he finds a baby held in the arms of her dead mother. He brings the baby with him and they are welcomed by philosopher Ursus, who finds that the baby is blind and raises them. Years later, Gwynplaine becomes a successful clown, and he and blind Dea present plays for common people. Gwynplaine and Dea are in love with each other, but he refuses to marry her because of his ridiculous appearance. When evil jester Barkilphedro discloses Gwynplaine's origin, he plots a means to be rewarded by the Queen, jeopardizing the love of Gwynplaine and Dea.—Claudio Carvalho, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Published Time: 2019-10-23 08:05:47