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The Charlatan

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Overview

A woman goes to a sideshow fortune-teller to have her fortune told, and is astonished when the man looks into his crystal ball and goes into great detail about events in her past that few people ever knew about. Shaken, she leaves and later tells her girlfriend about the incident. The girlfriend insists that she invite the fortune-teller to a party they're having at her house. What the woman doesn't realize is that the "fortune-teller" is actually the ex-husband she abandoned years ago, when she took their daughter and ran off with her lover. When the "charlatan" is invited to the party, he sees an opportunity to take his revenge on his faithless ex-wife.

Frequently Asked Questions & Story Details

Who directed The Charlatan?

The Charlatan was directed by George Melford.

Where was The Charlatan produced?

It was produced by companies including Universal Pictures in United States of America.

The Charlatan Ending Explained & Trivia

The ending of The Charlatan wraps up key thematic points regarding its characters. The film showcases excellent use of sound design, writing, and visual effects to create an immersive cinematic environment. For full analysis of ending theories, you can check out our corresponding articles in the Lumaflicks Blog section.

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Production

Universal Pictures
Universal Pictures
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