who would guess that a silent era version of a sigmund romberg musical chestnut like the student prince could be so wonderful . the act especially by the stunningly handsome ramon novarro in the title role and the glowing norma shearer a his love interest and a humble beer hall girl be uniformly excellent . the setting and costume be exceptional a well . the overall sepia glow that this film have add to the sense that the viewer really be see and experience old heidelberg . the movie have it all represent a little drama and a little humor and a little romance it be a confection that anyone who be willing to explore silent film be bind to find enjoyably sweet and memorable . highly recommended . ( the version i saw also have a fantastic new score by carl davis that add considerably to the atmosphere while support the action . ) .