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Lang before Hollywood
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Destiny (1921) aka Der müde TodDestiny (1921) aka Der müde Tod
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Lang's most moving film, never a dull moment.
Dr. Mabuse - The GamblerDr. Mabuse - The Gambler
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Great film but the DVD should be better
Die NibelungenDie Nibelungen
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Like Destiny, a myth driven story with very effective scenes.
Metropolis (Restored Authorized Edition)Metropolis (Restored Authorized Edition)
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Great sci-fi, still amazing.
SpiesSpies
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For a director who always felt that a mob was out to get him, this film is a little tame.
Woman In the MoonWoman In the Moon
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His weakest of the early period, but for sci-fi it's brilliant.
M - 2 Disc Special Edition - Criterion CollectionM - 2 Disc Special Edition - Criterion Collection
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Hands down, Lang's best film.
The Testament Of Dr. Mabuse - Criterion CollectionThe Testament Of Dr. Mabuse - Criterion Collection
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The best Mabuse film, clearly an influence on Usual Suspects and Silence of the Lambs
LiliomLiliom
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Poor transfer but great film. I can't believe they turned this into the musical Carousel, but that's also good.