
The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari
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Directed by Robert Wiene, this pioneering work of German Expressionist cinema tells the story of a mysterious and sinister figure, Dr. Caligari, who arrives in a small town with his somnambulist, Cesare. The plot unfolds as a series of strange and unsettling events occur, leading to a gripping exploration of madness and manipulation. The film is renowned for its distinctive visual style, featuring distorted sets and stark lighting that create an atmosphere of unease. Although it did not receive any awards at the time, it has since been celebrated as a classic and a significant influence on the horror genre. For those interested, it can be viewed for free on 123Movies / Movies123.
Duration:1h 7min
Views:1156
Release:1920
Release Date:1920-02-27
Genre:Best Crime, Best German, Best Thriller, Crime, Drama, Horror, Mystery, Psychological Horror, Thriller
Director:Robert Wiene
Actors:Conrad Veidt, Friedrich Fehér, Hans Heinrich von Twardowski, Hans Lanser-Rudolf, Henri Peters-Arnolds, Lil Dagover, Ludwig Rex, Rudolf Klein-Rogge, Rudolf Lettinger, Werner Krauß
Country:Germany
Company:Decla-Bioscop AG
Awards:2 wins & 1 nomination total
Budget:$18,000
Worldwide Gross:$9,297
TMDB:7.9
Rotten Tomatoes:96%
FilmAffinity:8.1
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