

A character study depicting the life of Rembrandt Van Rijn at the height of his fame in the mid 1600s. Beginning with the death of his wife, Rembrandt's work takes a dark turn, which offends many of his patrons.
Acting
Laughton's voice alone could paint chiaroscuro.
Production
Korda builds Amsterdam you can practically smell.
Costume
Velvet, ruffs, and absolute commitment to the bit.

Director
Alexander Korda
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Laughton and Lanchester were married in real life; she plays his devoted maid while he romances Lawrence on screen.
Korda filmed during Britain's 1930s 'quality film' movement, using Rembrandt's commercial failure as subtle commentary on art vs. populism in cinema itself.
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