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Arthur Robison

Arthur Robison

Director·1883–1935·Chicago, Illinois, USA

3 horror credits

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.

Director3 films

The Student of Prague

The Student of Prague

Director

1935
Warning Shadows

Warning Shadows

Director

1923
A Night of Horror

A Night of Horror

Director

1917

Writer3 films

The Student of Prague

The Student of Prague

Screenplay

1935
Warning Shadows

Warning Shadows

Writer

1923
A Night of Horror

A Night of Horror

Screenplay

1917