Carmen (1915)

'Carmen' is a "1915 silent drama film" directed by Cecil B. DeMille, based on Prosper Mérimée’s novella. The film stars Geraldine Farrar as the fiery and manipulative Carmen, who seduces Don José, an officer of the law, to aid her smuggler clan. As José falls deeper into obsession, he abandons his duty and turns to crime, leading to a tragic confrontation. With "stunning cinematography, intense performances, and a gripping storyline", this adaptation remains a striking interpretation of the classic tale.

Credits:
Director: Cecil B. DeMille
Producer: Jesse L. Lasky, Cecil B. DeMille
Starring: Geraldine Farrar, Wallace Reid, Pedro de Cordoba
Screenplay: William C. de Mille
Cinematography: Alvin Wyckoff

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