VARIETE (1925)

This involving show business story depicts the rising decadence of post-WWI Germany. Boss Huller (Emil Jannings) is an aging trapeze performer who becomes enamored with young dancer Bertha-Marie (Lya de Putti). Huller abandons his family to be with Bertha-Marie, but soon finds his new romance beset by jealousy, deception, and, ultimately, murder. Maly Delschaft, Warwick Ward also star in this rare German silent crime film. 112 min. Standard; Soundtrack: music score; featurettes. Also includes the bonus film "Othello" (1922). Silent with music score.