Review of Marketa Lazarová (1967) by Knox M — 09 Jan 2018

The work of a true perfectionist, beautiful and surreal, and one of the most abstract films ever made.

This review of Marketa Lazarová (1967) was written by Knox M on 09 Jan 2018.

Marketa Lazarová has generally received very positive reviews.

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By Lloyd B (93) on 19 Dec 2009

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By Scott R (2,451) on 17 Feb 2018

Another lost rating flixster. This one was a bit to artsy to be enjoyed. It still was original and epic. 1001 movies to see before you die…

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By Simon L (372) on 29 Nov 2009

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Vaguely speaking: Det Sjunde Inseglet (1957) meets Andrey Rublyov (1966)…

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Visually stunning film that challenges the viewer to witness medieval life in all its contemplative and occasionally drifting glory…

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