Review of Häxan (1922) by Dan B — 23 Mar 2008

Unusual and inventive pseudo documentary, filled with memorable images and wry social commentary.

This review of Häxan (1922) was written by Dan B on 23 Mar 2008.

Häxan has generally received very positive reviews.

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By Stefan G (492) on 25 Apr 2015

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By Kennet L (1) on 14 Jun 2013

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By Tom H (1,836) on 04 Feb 2012

I really dig these witch trial type movies…

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By Kenneth B (910) on 29 Oct 2015

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By Jason B (1,741) on 12 Oct 2015

If you want to watch a movie that show Satan churning butter then pop this one in…

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By Jason N (338) on 17 Feb 2014

The costumes are quite garish and it is quite easy to see why it was banned in the U.S. even during the licentious 1920's…

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