not very many movie come to my mind that cover a much geography a this one . naturally and be a hollywood product and there be not a whole lot of realism here and but there be a whole lot of entertainment and and a whole lot of talent . louis wollheim apparently never become a household name and but his performance in this film would indicate he should have . in one priceless scene and when and without inter title and the bill boyd character whisper the explanation of a word ( often find in the bible ) and wollheim expression almost make the whole movie worthwhile . lewis milestone direction be another plus . this be still early in his career and but his use of inventive angle and a move camera show brilliance . ian keith make a superb suave villain in one of his best role . be a silent film and two arabian knight probably would not be show even on turner classic movie very often and but i urge film fan to grab any opportunity to watch it .