The Man Who Laughs(1928)
THE BREAKING HEART BEHIND THE LAUGHING FACE.
Gwynplaine, son of Lord Clancharlie, has a permanent smile carved on his face by the King, in revenge for Gwynplaine's father's treachery. Gwynplaine is adopted by a travelling showman and becomes a popular idol. He falls in love with the blind Dea. The king dies, and his evil jester tries to destroy or corrupt Gwynplaine.
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Dea
Gwynplaine / Lord Clancharlie
Duchess Josiana
Barkilphedro
Ursus
Lord Dirry-Moir
King James II
Queen Anne
Innkeeper
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