Review of The Man Who Laughs (1928) by Leah N — 21 Feb 2009
This film, an exemplary masterpiece of german expressionism, is my new absolute must-see. Leni pulled a few of my shoe-ins for 'must-see' status: german expressionist aesthetique (going so far as to plant Conrad Veidt, aka Cesare of another favourite "The Cabinet of Dr Caligari", in the title role) & Universal Monsters-calibre grandiosity (using Victor Hugo's story, Jack Pierce of "Frankenstein" fame on make-up, & Mary Philbin of Lon Chaney "Phantom of the Opera" fame as leading lady).
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This review of The Man Who Laughs (1928) was written by Leah N on 21 Feb 2009.
The Man Who Laughs has generally received very positive reviews.
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