The Golem: How He Came into the World

The Golem: How He Came into the World

1920 · 85 min · ★ 7.0 · Fantasy, Horror

In 16th-century Prague, a rabbi creates the Golem - a giant creature made of clay. Using sorcery, he brings the creature to life in order to protect the Jews of Prague from persecution.

Directed by Carl Boese · Written by Paul Wegener

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