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Opium (1919)

Movie ★ 6.7 93 min

Drama

In China, Professor Gesellius has completed his long research on the many uses of opium. When he is about to return home, he hears about a special variety that produces fabulous sensations because of the way it is made, but can also cause the total destruction of the mind and body of the person who consumes it.

Robert Reinert Director

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Quick facts

Released
January 7, 1919
Runtime
93 min
IMDb
tt0010533
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Language
Studio
Monumental Filmwerke

Themes

Cast

Eduard von Winterstein Professor Gesellius Hanna Ralph Hanna Ralph Maria - Gesellius' Wife Werner Krauss Werner Krauss Nung-Tschang Sybill Morel Sybill Morel Sin / Magdalena Friedrich Kühne Friedrich Kühne Dr. Armstrong Conrad Veidt Conrad Veidt Dr. Richard Armstrong Jr. Alexander Delbosq Alí Sigrid Hohenfels The Opium Girl

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Frequently asked questions

What is Opium about?
In China, Professor Gesellius has completed his long research on the many uses of opium. When he is about to return home, he hears about a special variety that produces fabulous sensations because of the way it is made, but can also cause the total destruction of the mind and body of the person who consumes it.
Who directed Opium?
Opium was directed by Robert Reinert.
Who stars in Opium?
Opium stars Eduard von Winterstein, Hanna Ralph, Werner Krauss, Sybill Morel.
When was Opium released?
Opium is a 1919 drama film.
Where can I watch Opium?
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