Review of Pandora's Box (1929) by Maciek B — 15 Jan 2009

Classic German silent film. I'm not sure if I like it, but Louise Brooks is definitely worth seeing.

This review of Pandora's Box (1929) was written by Maciek B on 15 Jan 2009.

Pandora's Box has generally received very positive reviews.

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I struggled through most of the beginning but it very much so redeems itself in the end. I walked away liking it…

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It's about 20-30 minutes too long, but the idea behind the film is solid, and the faces of each of the actors say thousands of words (which…

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Full of striking imagery which, once seen, will stay with you forever, this is a highly accomplished piece of work which brings together some…

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By Variety Staff (1,156) for Variety (12,700) on 27 Feb 2013

Louise Brooks, especially imported for the title role, does not pan out, due to no fault of hers…

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By Katie L (467) on 31 Mar 2011

A movie that was considered shocking at the time of its original release, because of the mention of prostitution, lesbianism, and murder…

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By John C (2,737) on 26 Jul 2011

Fascinating silent melodrama. My only issue is one of slight overlength -- the girl and her entourage flee maybe once too often for my tastes…

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By Christopher B (2,528) on 20 Mar 2011

Revived, restored and remastered, this was a cracking way for me to begin this year's London Film Festival…

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By Grant W (306) on 10 Nov 2010

Louise Brooks changed acting-for-film in a way that no one else could. She is phenomenal…

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