The Sheik (1921)

“(OK) A myth is born or reinforced, in spite of the argument, of sort of coldness in the desert (Hawks "Fazil" goes further in melodrama), but production is more occupied in Valentino...” read more

Elokuvapäiväkirja 2020 (141 movies items)

"27.5. Sheikki on aikamoista soutamista ja paahtamista. Koko juttu keskittyy lähinnä Valentinon myyttisen karisman ympärille."

“A significant milestone in movie history and therefore should be watched as such. It's a reasonably well produced romantic action film, which carries you along (if you let it) to the corny and contrived ending. Remember also Valentino at this time in his life, was newly and madly in love with the love of his life, Natasha and he is just radiant throughout this whole film. It's been said that he along with the rest of the cast and crew had the time of their lives romping through the desert making this film. It truly shows. There is nothing better than to see this gifted and talented man act while he is probably at his most happiest in life. I assure all that I thoroughly enjoyed The Sheik and thus recommend it.” read more