Arthur Robison
Directing
- Born
- June 25, 1883 · Chicago, Illinois, USA
- Died
- October 20, 1935 (age 52)
Arthur Robison was a German film director and screenwriter of American origin, recognized for his contributions to German Expressionist cinema. He directed 20 films between 1916 and 1935, with his most notable work being Warning Shadows (Schatten – Eine nächtliche Halluzination, 1923), a silent film celebrated for its innovative use of light and shadow to convey psychological tension. Robison's films often delved into the human psyche, utilizing visual storytelling to explore complex emotions.
Known for
Warning Shadows
October 16, 1923
The Informer
October 16, 1929
The Student of Prague
December 10, 1935
Manon Lescaut
February 15, 1926
Looping the Loop
September 15, 1928
Pietro der Korsar
February 19, 1925
The Trial of Mary Dugan
February 2, 1931
Mach mich glücklich
July 4, 1935
A Prince's Young Love
December 22, 1933
Le secret des Woronzeff
February 1, 1935
The Last Waltz
August 18, 1927
Les époux célibataires
July 19, 1935
Behind the camera21
- 1935The Student of Prague Screenplay, Director
- 1935Les époux célibataires Director, Writer
- 1935Mach mich glücklich Director
- 1935Le secret des Woronzeff Writer, Director
- 1934Prince Woronzeff Director, Writer
- 1934Tambour battant Director
- 1933A Prince's Young Love Director
- 1932When She's Pretty Director
- 1931Jenny Lind Director
- 1931Let Us Be Gay