The Human Sacrifice
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Egyptian architecture in all its barbaric splendor and magnificence
Under the title of "The Human Sacrifice, or the Bride of the Nile." the Reliance Company has released a remarkably fine subject. The picture is based upon the Egyptian legend to the effect that a sacrifice to the Spirit of the Nile of a beautiful maiden was necessary to insure an abundance of water, so indispensable to the growth of the corn. In a succession of scenes are shown the people praying for rain; appealing to Pharaoh and to their gods for relief from the drought which threatens to create a famine among them. After much incantation, the priests announce that living sacrifice to Isis is demanded, and the populace forthwith bring lambs, cattle and other living creatures as an offering to the gods. Finally the priests announce that a maiden must be sacrificed. Several are brought, that a selection may be made. One is chosen by the high priest. While the girl's relatives are reconciled, her lover is frantic with grief and plans to rescue her from the fate that is decreed. His attempt is unsuccessful, and in the final scene the maiden is cast into the waters of the Nile. The several scenes are marked with grandeur of settings and by the splendid action of the players. Egyptian architecture in all its barbaric splendor and magnificence characterizes every scene. The assembling of the people and the mob scenes have the stamp of reality and are convincing. Beautiful photography completes this masterful subject which will be welcomed by every exhibitor and which will add to the reputation of Reliance. - The Moving Picture World, October 14, 1911
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