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Greed

1924, Movie, NR, 131 mins

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The most famous lost film in cinema history, the full-length, 9-hour version of Erich von Stroheim's adaptation of Frank Norris's McTeague was reportedly seen by only 12 people before it was whittled down to 131 minutes. It's still a masterpiece. Gibson Gowland stars a miner-turned-dentist who's undone by the titular vice. Zasu Pitts stars as his money-hungry mate. Read the complete review for Greed
Year: 1924
Rated NR

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Gibson Gowland: McTeague
Zasu Pitts: Trina Sieppe
Jean Hersholt: Marcus Schuler
Chester Conklin: Mr. Sieppe
Sylvia Ashton: Mrs. Sieppe
Dale Fuller: Maria

 

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