“Of Human Bondage” (1934) is a classic film adaptation of W. Somerset Maugham’s novel. It tells the tragic story of Philip Carey, a physically deformed young man who struggles with poverty, loneliness, and unrequited love for the shallow and manipulative Mildred.
The film explores themes of self-discovery, social prejudice, and the enduring power of human connection despite personal flaws and societal limitations.