Wednesday, February 16, 2011

Le Corbeau

Le Corbeau (The Raven) - Criterion Collection
5 stars
"Le Corbeau" is French for the Raven. This film was shot and produced in France by French filmmaker Henri-Geroges Clouzot in 1943 during a period of German occupation. Clouzot was censored and banned for several years due to the film's pro-French, anti-imperialist content. The film is possessed of outstanding storytelling and execution, and has a haunting feel about it. Surprisingly racy subject matter, "Le Corbeau" will keep you rapt throughout its 90 minute running time.


Written 10/18/07

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