Review of Ordet (1955) by Kyle B — 02 Jun 2007

So austere, yet so moving. Dreyer was one of the giants.

This review of Ordet (1955) was written by Kyle B on 02 Jun 2007.

Ordet has generally received very positive reviews.

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