Flesh and the Devil is a 1926 silent film directed by Clarence Brown and starring Greta Garbo and John Gilbert. As a classic romantic tragedy, this film captivates audiences with its compelling storyline and outstanding performances. However, certain plot transitions have elicited mixed reactions. The film introduces its main plot at the outset, with Greta Garbo portraying Felicitas, a typical romantic woman entangled in a passionate affair with John Gilbert’s character, Leo. When Felicitas's husband discovers their affair, he duels with Leo and is killed, resulting in Leo’s exile for five years. Before leaving, Leo asks his friend Ulrich to look after Felicitas. Unexpectedly, Felicitas shifts her affections to Ulrich and marries him. Five years later, Leo returns, only to be filled with regret upon learning the truth. A priest advises him to stay away from Felicitas, leading Leo to marry Ulrich's sister, who has always loved him.v Yet, Felicitas continues to haunt Leo like a ...