Blu-ray Review – Faust

Summoning the fury of Heaven and Hell to make a movie about the operatic nature of sin and salvation, F.W. Murnau's "Faust" is a stunning example of silent film technique and vision. The 1926 production, an expensive effort in its day, showcases remarkable helming precision, with Murnau leaving blood and sweat on the frame as he creates a specific vision of suffering that demands emotional extremes to help create a level of cinematic beauty. Read the rest at Blu-ray.com