Häxan (1929)
But isn’t superstition still rampant among us?
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Grave robbing, torture, possessed nuns, and a satanic Sabbath: Benjamin Christensen's legendary film uses a series of dramatic vignettes to explore the scientific hypothesis that the witches of the Middle Ages suffered the same hysteria as turn-of-the-century psychiatric patients. But the film itself is far from serious-- instead it's a witches' brew of the scary, gross, and darkly humorous.
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Movie Details
| Original title | Häxan |
|---|---|
| Release date | May 27, 1929 |
| Status | Released |
| Keywords | demon, witch, witchcraft, devil, torture, superstition, insanity, black and white, sorcery, satan, mystic, hysteria |
FAQ
What is Häxan about?
Grave robbing, torture, possessed nuns, and a satanic Sabbath: Benjamin Christensen's legendary film uses a series of dramatic vignettes to explore the scientific hypothesis that the witches of the Middle Ages suffered the same hysteria as turn-of-the-century psychiatric patients. But the film itself is far from serious-- instead it's a witches' brew of the scary, gross, and darkly humorous.
When was Häxan released?
Häxan was released on May 27, 1929 (status: Released).
Who directed Häxan?
Benjamin Christensen directed Häxan.
What is the TMDB rating of Häxan?
Häxan has a TMDB rating of 7.6/10 from 456 votes.