Dr. Jeckyl & Mr. Hyde [DVD]

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Robert Louis Stevenson s 1886 horror novella is brilliantly brought to life in this 1920 version. An incomparable performance by John Barrymore in a dual-lead role as gentle Dr. Jekyll and murderous Edward Hyde, brought brilliantly brings to life with the help of only artificial teeth and fingers, makes this film one of the best versions ever! When Jekyll meets Sir George Carew one evening, their discussions of the dark side of the human psyche fascinates him. Further goading his imagination is the seductive Miss Gina (Martha Mansfield), who arouses his hidden sexual and sociapathic longings. Exploring the arcane side of consciousness, Jekyll concocts a potion that transforms him into Edward Hyde, an uninhibited rogue with sexually murderous intent. Jekyll finds over time that it is becoming more and more difficult to separate his two personas, falling into a downward spiral destined to destroy his former identity forever!