The Temptation of St. Anthony

St. Anthony is tempted by visions of women, including one that is transformed from the image of Jesus Christ Himself!

Cast

Georges Méliès

as Saint Antoine

Jehanne d'Alcy

as La tentatrice / l'ange.

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