Demon Circus

Demon Circus

1923 · 45 min · ★ 6.5

A celebrated trapeze artist's life and career are thrown into turmoil by a volatile mix of professional rivalry and obsessive romantic jealousy.

Directed by Emil Justitz · Written by Wolfgang Geiger

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