Review of Metropolis (1927) by Mick Lasalle for San Francisco Chronicle — 19 May 1939
Seeing it is a time-bending experience, a way of visiting the past and glimpsing the past's idea of the future. A masterpiece of art direction, the movie has influenced our vision of the future ever since, with its imposing white monoliths and starched facades.
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This review of Metropolis (1927) was written by Mick Lasalle and published by San Francisco Chronicle on 19 May 1939.
Metropolis has generally received very positive reviews.
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