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| Director: Carl Theodor Dreyer
Actors: Maria Falconetti, Eugene Silvain, Andre Berley, Maurice Schutz, Antonin Artaud
Studio: Homevision
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Rating:  150 reviews
Sales Rank: 15768
Format: Black & White, Dolby, Original Recording Remastered, Ntsc
Language: English (Original Language)
Rating: NR (Not Rated)
Media: VHS Tape
Number Of Items: 1
Running Time: 114 Minutes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.4
Dimensions (in): 7.3 x 3.9 x 1.1
ISBN: 0780022335
UPC: 037429139738
EAN: 9780780022331
ASIN: B00001REAJ
Theatrical Release Date: 2028
Release Date: June 13, 2000
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A stunning piece of film October 28, 1999
Belinda Sawyer (Atlanta, GA)
18 out of 19 found this review helpful
The in-your-face closeups and blunt filmwork take a few minutes to get used to, give it a chance. I had the privilege of seeing the film accompanied by a live performance by Anonymous 4, soloists and chamber orchestra a couple of years ago. I've been hoping someone would marry the two on DVD. This is one of the most amazing feats of filmmaking I've ever seen. Particularly since it was created in 1928 -- the direction, the close ups, the weird camera angles are fabulously innovative even by today's standards. There are actually fewer subtitles than you might expect, so much of the story is told by Falconetti's eyes. The scene between her and the sympathetic priest is particularly moving. And Einhorn's score is surprising too, even if you've heard it before -- the lovely, comforting aria as Joan is being tied to the stake, for example(not the juxtaposition I expected, but wonderfully effective). I remember feeling that, later in that scene (which Dreyer extends to great effect) the strings captured the very texture of the flames. Obviously, I was tremendously impressed by the performance I saw and can't wait to own the DVD.
A Timeless Masterpiece. July 24, 2001
Mr. Fellini (El Paso, Texas United States)
17 out of 18 found this review helpful
"The Passion Of Joan Of Arc" is undeniably one of the greatest of all films. It is a masterpiece not only of the silent era, but of powerful filmmaking as a whole. It proves that great art does not lose its effect or value with age. It stands with works like Luis Bunuel's "Un Chien Andalou" and F.W. Murnau's "Nosferatu" and Fritz Lang's "Metropolis" as one of the principle and important films of the silent era. Carl Dreyer's brilliant directing creates a claustrophobic intensity as we feel the pressure on Joan as the tribunal of priests decide her fate. Maria Falconetti gives one of the greatest performances on film of all time, if not the best, looking at her here is seeing eyes that will never leave your memory. She completely lets us FEEL this character, this mystic woman who is being judged. The editing and camera work create a visceral experience filled with true emotions. And the addition of the "Voices Of Light" score is brilliant because it adds to the film's hypnotic effect. "The Passion Of Joan Of Arc" also feels incredibly real and does actually serve as a breathing, living document. It is a marvelous work of art, filled with moments you will not forget. Any film enthusiast, anyone who truly has a deep appreciation for the cinema should, must see it.
Amazing December 9, 1999
16 out of 17 found this review helpful
I watch 'Joan of Arc" tonight and was astounded that it was made in 1928! I was struck by the contrast with period films now...and then..ei: "Braveheart", for example, with such a quest for realistic horror of the times seemed so manufactured compared to this black and white film made 50 years ago! I was terrified during the realistic second half of the film. Perhaps it's the difference between and artist and a film-maker. I was also struck by the inquisition by all the men against this sole woman. It makes me want to know what the real Joan was like...she's a figure in history that has always intrigued me. I feel Falconetti portaryed the Joan I have always imagined. There was one thing in the movie that startled me... a small thing that almost ruined it for me, if it weren't for the powerful climax. During the scene when she's taking communion, the camera pans the row of priests, and one of them is wearing glasses! I stopped the film and re-ran it to make sure I wasn't imagining it. Not a pair of primitive glasses that maybe you could, with a stretch, believe were 13th century, but regular 20th century plastic framed glasses! Dreyer obviously strove for perfection in detail so you felt you were witnessing actual events, how could he make this slip! I wished they would have edited it out when they restored the original film, it broke the continuity for me. Einhorn's score added to the drama, but I was so mesmerized by Falconetti that often I wasn't aware of the soundtrack. A must-see for anyone who loves great film-making.
imformed by catholic faith December 5, 1999
C. Otsuki (los angeles)
15 out of 21 found this review helpful
'the passion of joan of arc' is a perfect title for this lovely film--see it and you will realize how the passion of Joan mirrors the passion of our Lord Jesus Christ. in this film, Joan, like Christ was 'dumb before (her) accusers, speaking not a word'. Joan is mocked like Christ, she is accused of casting out demons by the prince of demons, she receives a crown like a crown of thorns. as Christ suffered in the garden, joan suffers christ's agony in her cell. Joan even gives a bowl of her own blood, as Christ gave his blood at the last supper. and Joan dies on a tree, in fire. I won't comment on the brilliant technical aspects of this movie, which are all thoroughly covered by the other viewers. but the theology of 'passion of Joan of Arc' is essential for anyone to understand the Catholic doctrine of the Communion of Saints. the joan in this film teaches us the most fundamental principle of catholic life--the imitation of Christ, especially in the dark night of the soul and the redemptive value of suffering--in taking up our cross every day and following Him in His sorrowful passion. this is the joan of arc against which all other versions must be measured... and found lacking. it is a pity the new film, 'the messenger' lacks the faith or understanding of the catholic spiritual journey portrayed in this old silent film. perhaps it's too much to ask for a modern man to remember the faith and fervor of his youth. the contrast between the two films is a searing comment on our times and the disintegrating faith of the west in our modern church.
 A true classic of cinema May 14, 2004
Ted M. (Pennsylvania, USA)
14 out of 14 found this review helpful
This review is for the Criterion Collection DVD edition of the filmThis movie is one of the most well known classics of Europe. The 2nd original print, long thought to be lost to fire, was miraculously found in the closet of a mental hospital in Norway in 1981. The 1st original was burned though. The recent film, "Passion of the Christ" was not the only "passion" film to generate controversy. This film was thought to be anti-England due to its protrayal of their treatment to Joan of Arc. The French were also upset that a non-French and non-Catholic man directed the film. The film's dialoge (by intertitles as it is a silent film) is based on actual transcripts of Joan's trial which have managed to survive also. The film is said to be very moving for some people just like Gibson's "Passion of the Christ." Not being Catholic, I am not sure of what many of the elements of either film may refer to. The DVD has numerous special features as always. Audio commentary by Dryer scholar Casper Tybjerg of Copenhagen University (he has a thick Danish accent that is very nice)
Optional soundtrack for Richard Einhorn's "Voices of Light" (a musical piece inspired by the film)alsong with an essay about the music and a libretto booklet.
Production design archive
History of the many different cuts and alternat versions of the film
Audio-only interview with the star's daughter, Helene Falconetti.
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