As drama it just about works, but this is elevated into the ranks of greatness by the breathtaking cinematography. Every frame is a poem: the use of light, colour, shadow, shading, smoke, mirrors! Absolutely incomparable.
This review of The Conformist (1971) was written by Derek B on 23 Sep 2010.
The Conformist has generally received very positive reviews.
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