20,000 Leagues Under the Sea

The first feature adaptation of Jules Verne's classic novel also incorporated elements of the author's "The Mysterious Island" to deliver an astounding silent adventure. An American naval crew sent to investigate reports of a sea monster have a fateful encounter with the obsessed Captain Nemo (Allen Holubar) and his fantastic submarine, the Nautilus. Amazing underwater footage and color-tinted sequences are a highlight; Dan Hanlon, Edna Pendleton co-star. 104 min. Standard; Soundtrack: music score; audio commentary. Silent with music score.