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American poet and short story writer Edgar Allan Poe has had significant influence in television and film. Many are adaptations of Poe's work, others merely reference it.
- The Avenging Conscience or “Thou Shalt Not Kill” (1914) Director: D.W. Griffith. Preserved by the BFI National Archive. D.W. Griffith’s silent film isn’t coy about its inspirations – its protagonist (Henry B. Walthall) finds a reflection of his besotted feelings for a young woman (Blanche Sweet) in Poe’s poem ‘Annabel Lee’ and later, denied his uncle’s (Spottiswoode Aitken) permission to marry her, draws murderous inspiration from Poe’s short story ‘The Tell-Tale Heart’.
- The Fall of the House of Usher (1928) Director: Jean Epstein. The stark black-and-white photography of this French film, based on Poe’s short story, emphasises the ghostliness of the desolate mansion in which it’s set, a contrast to the ornate richness of Roger Corman’s version released 32 years later.
- The Tell-Tale Heart (1953) Director: Ted Parmelee. This animated story of nighttime murder, carried out under the cover of darkness, is dominated by inky shadows and creeping silhouettes.
- Pit and the Pendulum (1961) Director: Roger Corman. Director Roger Corman reworks Poe’s tale of solitary confinement under the Spanish Inquisition into a riff on ‘The Fall of the House of Usher’, folding in much of its mood and many of its themes – mysterious illnesses, family homes with a malignant atmosphere, hereditary pain, women buried alive.
Dec 21, 2020 · Joseph & Mary (2016) Joseph & Mary is an unrated drama starring Kevin Sorbo as St. Joseph. It tells the story of the Holy Family traveling to Bethlehem and of Christ’s birth. It also showing Jesus at age 12 and Joseph’s death.
Oct 14, 2023 · Netflix's The Fall of the House of Usher is out now, but there are more Edgar Allen Poe movies and TV shows to binge. See the best Poe adaptations to stream now.
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- “The Nativity Story” (2006) “The Nativity Story” is a faithful cinematic portrayal of the events leading up to the birth of Jesus Christ. Directed by Catherine Hardwicke, the film takes viewers on a journey with Mary and Joseph, shedding light on their experiences and the cultural backdrop of their time.
- “The Star” (2017) “The Star” offers a unique and delightful take on the Nativity story by presenting it from the perspective of the animals. Directed by Timothy Reckart, this animated film tells the tale of a small but courageous donkey named Bo who becomes an unexpected hero in the Nativity story.
- “Jesus of Nazareth” (1977) “Jesus of Nazareth,” directed by Franco Zeffirelli, is an epic television miniseries that offers an expansive and comprehensive portrayal of the life of Jesus Christ.
- “The Passion of the Christ” (2004) While “The Passion of the Christ” primarily focuses on the later stages of Jesus’ life, including His crucifixion and resurrection, it briefly includes a powerful and poignant depiction of the Nativity.
Jan 12, 2024 · An epic retelling of the life of Jesus Christ, The Greatest Story Ever Told features an all-star cast led by Max von Sydow as the titular character. Directed by George Stevens, the film covers the major events of Jesus' life, from his birth and teachings to his crucifixion and resurrection.
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