The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari is without a doubt one of silent cinema’s greatest accomplishments, and its sophistication matches - if not surpasses – more contemporary film offerings. It belongs to the sadly short-lived German Expressionism movement, characterized by outlandish, misshapen sets and heavy makeup. The results unnerve the viewer, and help the characters appear otherworldly. The camera hardly ever moves, but the director Robert Wiene staves off boredom with frequent cuts. Horror fans may recognize a number of techniques, such as the ominous, looming shadow of impending doom. For all its imitators, The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari still managed to cause me some suspense.
The story begins straightforwardly enough. A young man recounts the incredible tale of the suspicious Dr. Caligari and his traveling somnambulist show. Of course, it can be no coincidence that a rash of murders plague the peaceful town just after Dr. Caligari’s arrival. The conclusion of the movie provides a sufficient explanation for the film’s artistic appearance and the supernatural events of the story. I can’t recommend this masterpiece enough.
I was impressed with the way this film was made.
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