The second of two (out of a planned four) adventure films made by Fritz Lang in 1919 to feature dashing adventurer Kay Hoog (Carl de Vogt) unfortunately lacks the energy and enthusiasm of its predecessor. It tells a similar tale - this time, Hoog seeks a missing diamond that is coveted by the shady Die Spinnen organisation due to its mystical powers - but the plot is muddled and of little interest. A few moments stand out - a consultation with an aged Yogi is particularly memorable - but the pacing is far too sluggish, and even de Vogt looks bored.
