1. it's a key example of german expressionism, a film movement that rejected realism in favor of creating imaginary worlds where stylized and distorted set design expressed psychological states of fear and despair.
2. the film's visual style, with its use of shadows, eerie lighting, and surreal landscapes, is a hallmark of the genre and continues to inspire filmmakers today.
3. don't forget. this is a silent film! meaning it relies heavily on visual storytelling and atmosphere to create a sense of dread and terror.
following some influences:
psycho, 1960, alfred hitchcock
downhill, 1931, hitchock photomontage
orson wells, lady from shanghai, 1947
orson wells, citien kane, 1941