Movies of Conrad that should've been shown on TCM

[monica]

I am proposing today to make a list of the movies of Conrad that should have been broadcast on TCM.
First, The Passing of the Third Floor Back, one of Conrad's most difficult roles and one of his favourites, too. The role of the saint-like stranger fit him perfectly, and the movie is indeed a masterpiece thanks to Connie's acting. Rene Ray was also very good in the role of the little housemaid who finds comfort in her protector's arms and words full of wisdom.

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[monica]

Another movie that should have been broadcast is The Wandering Jew. Connie plays the role of the Jew Mattathias, and he plays four different characters - the same person who is condemned to live indefinitely, for centuries. Conrad gave a stupendous performance, and this was indeed one of his most difficult roles. The final scene, that I posted on youtube some time ago, is a very powerful moment.

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[monica]

Another great movie that should have been shown is The Congress Dances. This splendid musical comedy has Connie in the role of Prince Metternich, during the Congress of Vienna (1814-1815). Lilian Harvey is excellent in the role of the beautiful glove seller. The version I would recommend is the one with Willy Fritsch in the role of the Tsar, because he had great chemistry with Harvey (they co-starred together in several movies over their careers). We also see Lil Dagover in the role of the seductive Countess, who waltzes with our darling Connie by the end of this excellent production of the UFA.
Erik Charell did a marvellous job here, and the movie was highly successful.

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[monica]

So, I would say that these 3 movies would have successfully replaced Above Suspicion, Whistling in the Dark and All Through the Night. It's not that I have something against Connie's roles in Hollywood, but this so-called "dream factory" rarely provided him some remarkable parts, that could stick in our minds for a long time.