Not my favorite silent film, but in my opinion, the greatest

Rating: 10/10 (9 October 2002)

It takes a real man to admit that his favorite item in a genre, is not the greatest. Such is with me and The Passion of Joan of Arc. My favorite silent film is, and always will be, Murnau's Nosferatu. It is amongst my very, very favorite films. And while Nosferatu IS a masterpiece, it is not as great as Dreyer's The Passion of Joan of Arc, which is easily the greatest silent film of all time. This is a truly magnificent film, and belongs amongst the ten greatest films of all time. Rich and detailed, with attention paid to historical authenticity. It is an artistic film, but not quite avant garde...the message and style of the film are crystal clear, and presented as such on Criterion's DVD. This is a must-see for cinema buffs, silent film lovers and artists.