The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari is a very surreal horror film that is still effective today. It has some of the most unique sets I've seen, and the striking art style is still a visual marvel.
There is still a sense of horror in this film beyond anything I have felt in horror films from the 50's to the silent era due to the powerful performances and visuals. There is something very sick about this world, and once it starts to unhinge, the dread sets in.
The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari is more Edgar Allen Poe than it is Stephen King. It reminded me of his short story "The Oblong Box", although I can't say if it was a direct influence on the German film.
I definitely recommend seeing this silent classic. The YouTube versions are pretty low quality or actually in German, so I would try to obtain a nice DVD or Blu Ray version with nice reviews to get the full experience of the powerful visuals.
Submitted May 28, 2018 at 11:15AM by korbinkreme https://ift.tt/2kvPWj7