Review of Sunrise: A Song of Two Humans (1927) by Reid V — 13 Nov 2011

Did you say 1927? Are you kidding me?

Murnau's first American film is a visual masterpiece and decades ahead of it's time. From the expressionist influenced set designs, to the use of superimpositions, and the masterful use of the camera, this film is a visual feast. The story isn't strong enough to keep one enthralled throughout the entire picture, but is a testament to the supreme visual power of silent cinema.