An intense masterpiece

Rating: 10/10 (9 November 1999)

This is an emotional and intense masterpiece. This story of the trial of Joan of Arc is spellbinding. This is amazing because its essentially a collection of close ups. Dreyer's direction and editing is unbelievable. To make this bunch of close ups compelling is an astonishing feat. The editing reminded me a lot of Eisenstein, with his intercutting intensity. The performance of Falconetti is astonishing. She is compelling just by a tear or a slight tilt of her head. This cinema class staple which easily holds up today. Watch this to to witness the power of silent drama.