THE VAULT

The Golem (1920) Explained: Beyond the Blood

Scare Score: 7.2/100

The Premise

In 16th-century Prague, a rabbi creates the Golem - a giant creature made of clay. Using sorcery, he brings the creature to life in order to protect the Jews of Prague from persecution.

Why It Terrifies Us

Categorized under German Expressionist, Folk Horror, The Golem taps into fundamental fears. The 7.2/100 Scare Score is well-earned. The themes of based on novel or book, jewish ghetto, rabbi continually haunt viewers long after the credits roll.

Into The Vault

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