The Eagle ★★★ 1925 In this tale of a young Cossack "Robin Hood," Valentino assumes the persona of the Eagle to avenge his father's murder. The romantic rogue encounters trouble when he falls for the beautiful Banky much to the chagrin of the scorned Czarina Dresser. Fine performances from Valentino and Dresser. Silent, based on a Alexander Pushkin story. Released on video with a new score by Davis. 77m/B VHS. Rudolph Valentino, Vilma Banky, Louise Dresser, George Nicholls Jr., James A. Marcus;
Director:
Clarence Brown;
Writer:
George Barnes;
Cameo:
Carl Davis.
