Review of Freaks (1932) by John N — 16 Oct 2011

A truly unique and wonderful cinematic achievement.

This review of Freaks (1932) was written by John N on 16 Oct 2011.

Freaks has generally received very positive reviews.

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By Anders A (340) on 12 Mar 2015

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Just wait until you see that scene at the end, with the freaks zeroing in - through cold, thunderstorm mud and turned over wagons - on their…

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As frightening and unnerving today as it must have been when it opened in 1932…

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75%. Reviews are misleading. Not terrifying. More an interesting drama, and groundbreaking for it's time. Not a horror movie…

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