An incredible movie and the most definitive version of a film mercilessly hacked by Hollywood hacks who could not understand or appreciate Fritz Lang's awesome vision. HG Wells at the time described this film as one of the "silliest" he had ever seen, which says more about him than the film! Anyone who claims to have any interest in cinema at all must see "Metropolis".

Mythology / fantasy epic that is simply resplendent with iconic imagery all ingeniously achieved without mindless CGI

Max Schreck (what a name!) plays the titular vampire and, even to this day, is one of the most idiosyncratic and otherworldy performances of the Count ever. Some of the most iconic images of cinema are in this film. Murnau's directorial vision is remarkable in many sequences.

When I first saw this as a boy on TV I was spellbound! It still holds true and the opening montage of assasination and political intrigue is pure genius! Many striking sequences in this film - especially those involving the seduction and suicide of the Japanese attache. Also the train crash is breathtaking for its use of first person perspective. More Fritz Lang during his golden era.

A film very much of two halves but, for me, it is the much darker toned first half that makes this film remarkable. The story of a simple man who plans to kill his wife for his new lover is visualized with some remarkable mise en scene. For me the only truely brilliant film to come out of Hollywood at this time.

A lesser known melodrama of the silent era but gives an interesting glimpse into the preoccupations of the 1920s.

Any fan of silent cinema needs to see this! Made in 2005 (yes, 2005!) this is a terrific homage not only to the voiceless electric shadows of a bygone time, but a faithful and entertaining version of HP Lovecraft's seminal work. Watch this and be enthralled! Crafted by genuine enthusiasts.