Poster of the movie Häxan (1922)

Häxan

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7.6
Swedish

Part history lesson followed by re-enactments with actors, this film depicts the history of witchcraft from its earliest days through to the present day (in this case, 1922 or thereabouts). The result is a documentary-like film that must be among the first to use re-enactments as a visual and narrative tool.

  • Screenshot #1 from Häxan (1922)
  • Screenshot #2 from Häxan (1922)
  • Screenshot #3 from Häxan (1922)
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Part history lesson followed by re-enactments with actors, this film depicts the history of witchcraft from its earliest days through to the present day (in this case, 1922 or thereabouts). The result is a documentary-like film that must be among the first to use re-enactments as a visual and narrative tool.

From pagan worship to satanic rites to hysteria, the film takes you on a journey through the ages with highly effective visual sequences.

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