The Man Who Laughs (1928)

The Man Who Laughs (1928)

THE BREAKING HEART BEHIND THE LAUGHING FACE. 1928-04-27 United States of America 110 Min. PG-13
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Overview

Gwynplaine, son of Lord Clancharlie, has a permanent smile carved on his face by the King, in revenge for Gwynplaine's father's treachery. Gwynplaine is adopted by a travelling showman and becomes a popular idol. He falls in love with the blind Dea. The king dies, and his evil jester tries to destroy or corrupt Gwynplaine.