Arthur Robison
An image from Warning Shadows, one of the productions that also features Arthur Robison.

Arthur Robison

June 25, 1883 — Chicago, Illinois, USA

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.

Warning Shadows

Warning Shadows

1923

The Informer

The Informer

1929

The Student of Prague

The Student of Prague

1935

Manon Lescaut

Manon Lescaut

1926

Pietro der Korsar

Pietro der Korsar

1925

Looping the Loop

Looping the Loop

1928

What Belongs to Darkness

1922

Prince Woronzeff

1934