The Great Gabbo (1929)

Description: Hated by all-his real soul spoke through the lips of a lifeless dummy For the ventriloquist Gabbo his wooden dummy Otto is the only means of expression. When he starts relying more and more on Otto, he starts going mad.
Director: James Cruze
Producer: james cruze
Content Rating:
User Reviews: Mixed (base on 97 reviews)
Published Date: 2026-04-01 22:29:08
Genre: Music Drama Romance
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Actors


Erich von Stroheim
Betty Compson
Donald Douglas
Marjorie Kane
Earl Burtnett

User Reviews

george templeton
Surprisingly impactful and heartfelt.
richard ashe
The special effects were subpar and distracting.
edwin h knopf
A heartwarming story that stays with you long after the credits roll.
robert g vignola
Visually stunning and emotionally gripping. Highly recommended!
james v kern
A memorable soundtrack that fit perfectly.
walter shumway
One of the more disappointing films I've seen recently.
william marshall
Surprisingly impactful and heartfelt.
reginald barker
Beautiful cinematography that really elevates the experience.
james l wolcott
Excellent performances all around.
fred c newmeyer
The ending felt rushed and unsatisfying.
bernard carr
The plot was predictable and uninspired.
daniel petrie
Beautiful cinematography that really elevates the experience.
richard thorpe
Overall, a forgettable experience that I wouldn't recommend.
joseph losey
Excellent performances all around.
ralph murphy
Disappointing and lackluster. Expected much more.
orson welles
Sharp editing that kept everything flowing smoothly.
george archainbaud
Visually stunning and emotionally gripping. Highly recommended!
gianfranco baldanello
A thrilling ride from start to finish. Couldn't take my eyes off the screen.
ted post
The ending felt rushed and unsatisfying.
george schaefer
A memorable soundtrack that fit perfectly.

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