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Captain Horatio Hornblower R.N.(1951)
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During the early 19th century, Captain Horatio Hornblower of the British Navy finds himself facing numerous challenges, including engaging in naval battles, forming alliances, and dealing with personal loss.
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In the poverty-stricken Russian Empire, a girl's love for a mysterious stranger leads to a tragic vow and a malevolent spirit. With the help of a wise rabbi and the practice of Kabbalah, exorcism is attempted to free the girl from being possessed by the evil spirit known as a dybbuk. Set against the backdrop of 19th-century Poland, this black and white film explores themes of religion, love, and the supernatural.
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