Review of Eyes Without a Face (1960) by Jason L — 24 Feb 2011
A bit dated, but still highly effective. It's a testament to Georges Franju's skill at creating atmosphere and tension that even in the age of Hostel and Saw much of the film still manages to shock.
Most of note is the amazing cinematography, which really emphasizes the sometimes ghastly, often beautiful images. On a side note, included on the Criterion edition is Franju's 1949 documentary Blood of the Beasts, a horrifying experience in itself.
Beasts further illustrates Franju's fascination with the juxtaposition between the serene and beautiful, and the macabre and gruesome, a point driven home even in the dueling male/female narration.
Make sure to check it out.
This review of Eyes Without a Face (1960) was written by Jason L on 24 Feb 2011.
Eyes Without a Face has generally received very positive reviews.
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