Review of Fear of Fear (1975) by Paul P — 10 Jul 2011
I got a good laugh that this was a remake or re-imaging of a Douglas Sirk film. Because the description of the film sounds like a melodrama and even the beats of the story feel like them. The difference is the film has an edge and intelligence to it that is lacking in most pulpy melodramas.
Its sets the stage with there relationship early and sits back and watches the people around them try to tear it apart. Performances are great, especially Mira and Salem. The claustrophobic shot framing works wonderfully.
My first Fassbinder film and i'll definitely be coming back for more.
This review of Fear of Fear (1975) was written by Paul P on 10 Jul 2011.
Fear of Fear has generally received very positive reviews.
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