Review of Méphisto (1931) by John F — 25 Aug 2007

Simply amazing. Hard to point out a favorite sequence.

This review of Méphisto (1931) was written by John F on 25 Aug 2007.

Méphisto has generally received positive reviews.

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Best Foreign Film Oscar 1982 See it... enough said…

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By Joanna R (61) on 06 Sep 2007

Intriguing film with great directing and acting by Brandauer. One definently feels the inner struggle he goes through in the film...good stuff…

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By Private U (13,627) on 05 Sep 2008

Absolutely fantastic. we are all sold, yet mephisto explores that in the depth of ur soul...claus is an amazing actor…

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By Anders A (340) on 24 Feb 2015

Brilliant take on the enforced cultural-scene in Germany during the second world war. Brandauer adaption is thrilling, the Mephisto set alive…

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By Chris S (3,490) on 29 Oct 2015

A political fable about what it implies to sell your soul for success with no consideration for the greater scheme, it construct a caracter…

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An astounding performance is at the center of this amazing film about the price of success…

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