John Barrymore is super as the eponymous mystic composer who entrances "Trilby" (Marian Marsh) after she comes to his studio with a desire to be a star; and a tendency to have headaches. Soon his avarice is evident as he ruthlessly exploits his charge (despite/because of his unrequited love for her) - to attain fame and fortune. The story tells the rise and fall tale cleverly, and pacily - with some great…
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John Barrymore
Svengali
Marian Marsh
Trilby O'Farrell
Donald Crisp
The Laird
Bramwell Fletcher
Billee
Carmel Myers
Madame Honorine
Luis Alberni
Gecko
Lumsden Hare
Monsieur Taffy
Paul Porcasi
Bonelli
Ferike Boros
Marta (uncredited)
Adrienne D'Ambricourt
Mme. Vinard (uncredited)
Yola d'Avril
Maid (uncredited)
Rose Dione
Trilby's Mother (uncredited)
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FAQ about Svengali
What is Svengali about?
A music maestro uses hypnotism on a young model he meets in Paris to make her both his muse and wife.
When was Svengali released?
Svengali was released in 1931.
What genres does Svengali belong to?
Svengali is categorised as Drama, Horror, Romance.
Who stars in Svengali?
The cast of Svengali includes John Barrymore, Marian Marsh, Donald Crisp, Bramwell Fletcher, Carmel Myers.