Brilliant Film

Rating: 10/10 (8 January 2008)

This is perhaps the most underrated film in existence. It reads like a Greek tragedy in its content of sin (jealousy, envy, etc.), its consequences and the constant Dionysian excess displayed throughout the film. For example, the Doctor's arrogance and the hubris he experiences at the end. A background of simple piano strokes intensifies the dramatic effect. In many ways, the film proceeds like the great classics of the 1940s and 1950s (except for the level of nudity, of course). It's suspense is both brilliant and subtle. It is unfortunate that the masses lack the intellect required to recognize how unique this film is. The film has numerous undertones of ancient Greek plays. The masses, however cannot appreciate a film if it lacks constant special effects and tend to lack understanding of brilliant subtlety. This film took longer than the standard six month, cookie-cutter story. They do not make films like these any more.