Michael (1924) | Streaming Guide & Showtimes
Michael (1924) — A mature and visually elegant period romance that remains one of the earliest and most
Michael (1924) Storyline
A mature and visually elegant period romance that remains one of the earliest and most compassionate overtly gay-themed films in movie history. Based upon Herman Bang's 1902 novel, Dreyer's Michael refashions the classical Greek myth of Jupiter and Ganymede into a love triangle between an aging artist, Zoret, his protagonist Michael, and Princess Zamikoff, an aristocratic femme fatale as entranced by Michael’s youthful beauty as Zoret is.
Full Cast & Crew
- Walter Slezak as Michael
- Max Auzinger as Jules - Majordomo
- Nora Gregor as Princess Lucia Zamikoff
- Robert Garrison as Charles Switt - Journalist
- Benjamin Christensen as Claude Zoret
- Didier Aslan as Duc de Monthieu
- Alexander Murski as Mr. Adelsskjold
- Grete Mosheim as Mrs. Alice Adelsskjold
- Karl Freund as LeBlanc - Art Dealer
- Wilhelmine Sandrock as Widow de Monthieu
- Mady Christians as Woman (uncredited)
Why Watch Michael?
The Vibe: Michael is a emotionally complex and thought-provoking drama movie that firmly establishes itself as a must-watch from 1924. The pacing and atmosphere are perfectly calibrated to keep you engaged from start to finish.
Fan Reception: While holding a polarized score of 6.2/10, it retains a dedicated audience who appreciate its specific stylistic choices and unique premise.
Who Should Watch It: Highly recommended for viewers who appreciate deep character studies and powerful performances. If you enjoy character-driven arcs layered with drama-specific tropes, this deserves a spot on your watchlist.
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