Review of Werckmeister Harmonies (2001) by John A — 08 Oct 2011
A beautifully bleak portrait of the narrowness of modern life as the people of this Hungarian village see no other hope than to exert power--either for destruction or control. Janos stands alone-a voice crying in the wilderness attempting to bring some appreciation for mystery and transcendence into his world.
Tarr's camera is eminently watchable, esp. in the bar and hospital scenes, while the inky blacks and unseen sources of light create an appropriately evocative atmosphere of dread.
This review of Werckmeister Harmonies (2001) was written by John A on 08 Oct 2011.
Werckmeister Harmonies has generally received very positive reviews.
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