Sunday, November 2, 2014

German Expressionist Movement Films.

Pandora's Box.

1929.

Georg Wilhelm Pabst.

The rapid camera movements & the film delving into more psychological issues are two elements of German expressionism that are present in this film. 

This film has not inspired any other films, directors, or movements.




The Bride of Frankenstein.

1935.

James Whale.

This movie plays into the "Birth of the Horror Film" aspect of the GEM as well as anti-heroic characters/main characters, which makes The Bride of Frankenstein fit into said movement.

It is not stated that this film has inspired other films, but it is a sequel to Whale's Frankenstein which served as a clear inspiration for the events of this film.



Sunrise: A Song of Two Humans.

1927.

F.W. Murnau.

Aspects of this film that make it clear it is apart of the GEM are "bizarre sets", "weird shadows", & "strange characters" (whatculture.com).

Once again, it is not stated as to whether or not this film has provided inspiration for any others.

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