Public Domain Movies | The Lost World
AThe plot of the 1925 silent film adaptation of "The Lost World" closely follows the source material and centers around an expedition to a remote, uncharted plateau in South America where prehistoric creatures are rumored to still exist.
Professor Challenger, portrayed by actor Wallace Beery, leads the expedition to prove the existence of a hidden prehistoric world. He is joined by a group of explorers and scientists, including Sir John Roxton (Lewis Stone), Ed Malone (Lloyd Hughes), and Paula White (Bessie Love). Paula is a young woman who becomes part of the expedition due to her fa
ther's involvement, and her romantic subplot with Malone adds an additional layer of drama to the story. Upon reaching the plateau, the expedition members encounter various prehistoric creatures, including dinosaurs like the Brontosaurus and Allosaurus, as well as other exotic wildlife. The film showcases groundbreaking stop-motion animation by Willis O'Brien, which was cutting-edge for its time and added to the film's popularity.
The explorers face numerous challenges and dangers, both from the prehistoric creatures and from the hostile environment. They capture some of the creatures and bring them back to civilization, where they are displayed to the public, causing a sensation (1925).
Director: Harry O. Hoyt
Stars: Wallace Beery, Bessie Love, Lloyd Hughes
