Feb 05, 2014 the hope diamond mystery 1921 kosmik kleine films. In the pendant surrounding the hope diamond are 16 white diamonds, both pearshapes and cushion cuts. This film followed the history of the hope diamond starting with the rumors of having a curse on it. May 01, 2006 its a testament to the authors research abilities and how fascinating the actual history of the gem is that richard kurin can start his hope diamond. Historians suspect that after being stolen, it was cut again, forming what is now famously known as the hope diamond. Her hypnotist fiance must rescue her and stop them from finding the treasure of atlantis. Were your movie poster source for new releases and vintage movie posters. Informational nonfiction, 835 words, level p grade 2, lexile 560l. Mclean would often attach other diamonds including the mclean diamond and the star of the east.
As reported in newspapers of 1911 andor in maye yohes fanciful book, the mystery of the hope diamond, published in 1929, although many if not most of these events are unsubstantiated. Mar 11, 2015 they have restored and released the hope diamond mystery on dvd. The curse of the hope diamond the history of the hope diamond. Oct 18, 2017 wednesday, october 18 at 7 pm the historical society of cheshire county will host a screening of a 1921 silent film as part of its new hampshire film series. Buy the hope diamond mysteries movie posters from movie poster shop. It is a fun video about the mystery and curse behind the hope diamond and its history. The film added more characters, including a fictionalized tavernier, and added marat among the diamonds victims. The curse of the hope diamant one of the most famous curse. Hope diamond exhibit, was popular but we liked the dinosaurs. Academy award and golden globewinning actress kim basinger will narrate the special and views on the spectacular journey through the eventful history, complex science and infamous curse of this oneofakind 45carat gemstone. We uncover the science and secrets of historys most famous jewel by visiting different countries and getting. Mystery movies 1921 every mystery movie coming out in 1921. The hope diamond mystery is based on the life story written by may yohe who lived for a time in marlow, new hampshire.
The gem eventually passed into the hands of louis xvi and his queen marie antoinette, both of whom were later beheaded. The hope diamond mysteries movie posters from movie poster shop. Boris karloffs first major film role check out the hope diamond mystery dvd on. The book explains this diamonds incredible journey, including how it was discovered, who has owned. Overview of hope diamond mystery, the, 1921, directed by stuart paton, with grace darmond, george chesebro, harry carter, at turner classic movies. The hope diamond mystery wikipedia, a enciclopedia livre. Nicely paced, with just the right number of red herrings to keep readers thinking. The film serial was one of the biggest draws during the first half. In 1921, she hired henry leyford gates to help her write the mystery of the hope diamond, in which. The diamond queen is a 1921 american adventure film serial directed by edward a.
As reported in newspapers of 1911 andor in maye yohes fanciful book,the mystery of the hope diamond, published in 1929, although many if not most of. The book explains this diamonds incredible journey, including. The legend is as massive and multifaceted as the gem itself, spanning one billion years, three continents and leaving a trail of intrigue, envy and death. From gracing the neck of marie antoinette to leaving a trail of untimely deaths in its wake, mystery of the hope diamond will provide an indepth look at this gems. Its a testament to the authors research abilities and how fascinating the actual history of the gem is that richard kurin can start his hope diamond. The mystery mind a squadron recreation of a lost 1920 serial in postproduction a telepathic young heiress is marked for death by a murderous gang of weird killers, led by the disembodied voice known only as the mystery mind. The hope diamond is displayed in the national museum of natural history. James kirkham inherited a lot of money and wants a life of adventure, exploring in darkest africa, but instead, after a robbery at an antiquities auction, finds himself and his fiance eve kidnapped. The hope diamond mysteries posters for sale online. This documentary takes a look at the mysterious phenomenon of the hope diamond, a priceless and rare gem weighing in at over 45 karats, which despite its coveted nature, has seemed to. Pass on this first entry in hope that book two receives a translation worthy of a series that, according to its swedish publisher, is popular enough to be translated into 28 languages. It vanished for a while and later showed up in london, where banker henry thomas hope purchased it. The hope diamond mysteries movie posters from movie poster. This listing is from the progressive silent film list by carl bennett.
The mystery of the hope diamond the legend is a multifaceted as the gem, spanning one billion years, three continents and leaving a trail of intrigue, envy and death. The history of the stone which was eventually named the hope diamond began when the french merchant traveller, jean baptiste tavernier, purchased a 112 316carat diamond. Oct 07, 2017 wednesday, october 18 at 7 pm the historical society of cheshire county will host a screening of a 1921 silent film as part of its new hampshire film series. According to the legend, a curse attends the owner of the hope diamond, a curse that first befell the large, blue gem when it was plucked i. I am the hope diamond je suis le diamant hope i am the hope diamond i am the hope diamond i am the hope diamond i am the hope diamond.
The hope diamond and marlow, new hampshire town of gilsum, nh. Though hope makes no reference in this catalogue as to when or how he acquired the diamond, which he called the hope diamond, he was known to. See 206 photos and 11 tips from 3450 visitors to hope diamond exhibit. The package containing the hope diamond is presented to smithsonian secretary dr. The hope diamond mystery is a 1921 american action film serial directed by stuart paton and featuring boris karloff. Silent era home page psfl the hope diamond mystery 1921 a growing source of silent era film information. Hope diamond exhibit science museum in northwest washington. The hope diamond is a lustrous blue gem weighing 45. Wednesday, october 18 at 7 pm the historical society of cheshire county will host a screening of a 1921 silent film as part of its new hampshire film series. I show it to my chemistry students for the small amount of chemistry that it discusses with analyzing its composition. The hope diamond and marlow, new hampshire town of. The curse of the hope diamond according to the legend, a curse befell the large, blue diamond when it was plucked i.
The mystery of the hope diamond smithsonian magazine. The hope diamond mystery 1921 cast and crew credits, including actors, actresses, directors, writers and more. The story of the hope diamond which ruined its owners lives. Goddard and may yohe directed by stuart paton starring boris karloff as the priest of kama. Another suspected curse of owning the hope diamond. From gracing the neck of marie antoinette to leaving a trail of untimely deaths in its wake, mystery of the hope diamond will provide an. With grace darmond, harry carter, george chesebro, boris karloff.
This is not a listing of available exhibition prints or home video products, since we currently do not rent or sell either. They have restored and released the hope diamond mystery on dvd. King louis xiv gave the diamond to a mistress, but then he cruelly abandoned her. This is an incredibly rare 1921 15chapter serial with boris karloff in his first starring role.
By benjamin radford live science contributor 30 april 2014. Please note that this is a database of information on films produced in the silent era of world cinema. The hope diamond mystery 1921 directed by stuart paton. This diamond, which was most likely from the kollur mine in golconda, india, was somewhat triangular in shape and crudely cut.
Sep 11, 2015 historians suspect that after being stolen, it was cut again, forming what is now famously known as the hope diamond. History of the hope diamond smithsonian institution. The curious history of the hope diamond stories of the. The true story of lord francis hope who inherits the hope diamond and marries showgirl may yohe. Lord francis hope gambles away the family fortune and may yohe leaves him. This documentary takes a look at the mysterious phenomenon of the hope diamond, a priceless and rare gem weighing in at over 45 karats, which despite its coveted nature, has seemed to bring a. Mystery of the hope diamond trailer 2010 video detective. Told through the fictitious eyes of the hope diamond, i am the hope diamond is an informational book about the history of this amazing diamond. I am the hope diamond i am the hope diamond i am the hope diamond. In 1921, she hired henry leyford gates to help her write the mystery of the hope diamond, in which she starred as. Everyone has their own thoughts about it, but it is still fascinating in itself.
The creator of the story jacques futrelle was lost in. The diamond mystery from the whodunit detective agency series, vol. Personally, i would love to touch it and view it up close at the smithsonian institute in washington, dc but i guess i will have to be content with seeing it in. We uncover the science and secrets of historys most famous. A close comparison of the hope diamond with historical documentation of the faceting, coloring, and dimensions of the french blue does indeed lend credence to their proposed relation. Restoration of a longlost 15episode 1921 serial based on a true story with similarities to the mummy. The program is cosponsored by the marlow historical society.
Oscars best picture winners best picture winners golden globes emmys san diego comiccon new york comiccon sundance film festival toronto intl film festival awards central festival central all events. The donor, harry winston, shipped the diamond through the regular united states postal service via firstclass mail. Young mystery aficionados will enjoy solving the puzzle along with maya and jerry and will admire their observational powers. Unexplained mysteries the cursed diamond hope diamond. I found hope diamond from those diamond appearances so id assume you can also find crystal skull as well, however its all on chance whether you encounter them. If it had more of the science and more of an explanation about the spectroscopy, it would get 5 stars. It is classified as a type iib diamond, and is famous for supposedly being cursed. The film survives with a copy at the library of congress. Mar 12, 2017 the hope diamond is thought to be cursed as it was stolen from a sita idol in india. On her third marriage by 1920, she persuaded film producer george kleine to back a 15episode serial the hope diamond mystery, which added fictitious characters to the tale.
The original gem was much larger than the present weight of the hope diamond because the hope has been cut down at least twice in the past. The original thief was torn to pieces by dogs and everyone else who has been involved with the diamond met horrible deaths and bad luck. Boris karloffs first major film role check out the hope diamond mystery dvd on indiegogo. I kept running into the level 35 one until i encountered hope diamond, and luckily i encountered crystal skull from reinforcements. The cursed diamond hope diamond unexplained mysteries. She also wore her copy of the hope, trying to generate more publicity to further her career. The story is full of mystery and suspense, well worth the more than fourhour time commitment it will take you to work through this adventure. Jul 31, 2014 jerry and maya are hired to help out around the shopwashing windows, taking out the trash and so forthbut really they are there to watch the employees, both from inside the shop and from the church tower next door. In 1921, she hired henry leyford gates to help her write the mystery of the hope diamond, in which she starred as lady francis hope. On her third marriage in 1920, she persuaded film producer george kleine to back a 15episode serial the hope diamond mystery, which added fictitious characters to the tale, but the project was not successful.
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