Genuine

1920 · Directed by Robert Wiene · 88 min · horror film, silent film, vampire film

★ 5.5/10 · 47 ratings on TMDB

Since completing a portrait of Genuine, a high priestess, Percy becomes irritable and withdrawn. He loses interest in painting and refuses to see his friends, preferring to spend his time alone with the portrait in his study. After turning down a wealthy patron's offer to buy the picture, Percy falls asleep while reading stories of Genuine's life. Genuine comes to life from the painting and escapes.