21 June 1907 Adventure, Fantasy, Drama 8 mins
Polichinelle the servant (called Harlequin in the English language version) rescues his girlfriend from a gang of decadent aristocrats, who have transformed her into a mechanical doll.
Watch the official Harlequin's Story 1907 trailer in HD below.
Max Linder as Polichinelle / Ponchinella / Harlequin
Albert Capellani Director
La leyenda de Polichinela Trailer
La vie de Polichinelle Trailer
Legend of Ponchinella Trailer
France 21 June 1907
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Artwork, screen shots, trailers and other imagery is © 1907 Pathé Frères.