The Hypocrite (1921)

Deceit (sometimes referred to as The Deceit) is a 1923 American silent black-and-white film. It is a conventional melodrama directed by Oscar Micheaux.[1] Like many of Micheaux's films, Deceit casts clerics in a negative light.[2] Although the film was shot in 1921, it was not released until 1923.[3] It is not known whether the film currently survives,[4] which suggests that it is a lost film. The 1922 film The Hypocrite was shown within Deceit as a film within a film.

Director: Oscar Micheaux
Genre: Drama
Release Date:
Production: Micheaux Film
Country: United States of America
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Oscar Micheaux
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Hypocrite about?
Deceit (sometimes referred to as The Deceit) is a 1923 American silent black-and-white film. It is a conventional melodrama directed by Oscar Micheaux.[1] Like many of Micheaux's films, Deceit casts clerics in a negative light.[2] Although the film was shot in 1921, it was not released until 1923.[3] It is not known whether the film currently survives,[4] which suggests that it is a lost film. The 1922 film The Hypocrite was shown within Deceit as a film within a film.
Who directed The Hypocrite?
The Hypocrite was directed by Oscar Micheaux.
What genre is The Hypocrite?
The Hypocrite is a Drama film.
Where was The Hypocrite produced?
The Hypocrite was produced in United States of America.