Summary
In 16th-century Prague, a rabbi creates the Golem - a giant creature made of clay. Using sorcery, he brings the creature to life in order to protect the Jews of Prague from persecution.
Details
Release Date: October 28, 1920
Runtime: 76 minutes
Genres: Fantasy, Horror
Original Language: DE
Rating: ⭐ 7.0/10 (226 votes)
The Golem Trilogy

The Golem
This mostly lost film is often confused with director Paul Wegener third and readily available interpretation of the legend; Der Golem, wie er in die Welt kam (1920). In this version of the golem legend, the golem, a clay statue brought to life by Rabbi Loew in 16th century Prague to save the Jews from the ongoing brutal persecution by the city's rulers, is found in the rubble of an old synagogue in the 20th century. Brought to life by an antique dealer, the golem is used as a menial servant. Eventually falling in love with the dealer's wife, it goes on a murderous rampage when its love for her goes unanswered.

The Golem: How He Came Into the World
In 16th-century Prague, a rabbi creates the Golem - a giant creature made of clay. Using sorcery, he brings the creature to life in order to protect the Jews of Prague from persecution.
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Cast

Paul Wegener
The Golem

Albert Steinrück
Rabbi Loew

Lyda Salmonova
Miriam, the Rabbi's Daughter

Ernst Deutsch
Rabbi Famulus

Otto Gebühr
Emperor

Greta Schröder
Young Woman with Rose

Loni Nest
Little Girl

Fritz Feld
Jester (uncredited)







