Laugh, Clown, Laugh

Laugh, Clown, Laugh

What did he hide behind his painted smile?

1928 · 74 min · ★ 7.4 · Drama

A despairing clown suffering a broken heart and a self-indulgent count who uncontrollably laughs learn to help each other with their problems, but both fall in love with the same young woman.

Directed by Herbert Brenon · Written by Elizabeth Meehan

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