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Fritz Lang's Expressionistic masterwork continues to exert its influence today, from Chaplin's Modern Times to Dr. Strangelove, and into the late 1990s with Dark City. In the stratified society of the future (Y2K no less), the son of a capitalist discovers the atrocious conditions of the factory slaves, falling in love with the charismatic Maria in the bargain, who preaches nonviolence to the workers. But even the benevolent leadership of Maria is a challenge to the privileged class, so they have the mad-scientist Rotwang concoct a robot double to take her place and incite the workers to riot. The story is melodrama, but it's the powerful imagery that is so memorable. One of the most arresting images has legions of cowed workers filing listlessly into the great maw of the all-consuming machine-god Moloch. Unfortunately, the print used for this DVD is unfocused, scratchy, and five minutes short, altogether unworthy of a visionary masterpiece. It may be too much to hope for the complete film to be restored (only two hours of the original three-hour film are extant), but a clean transfer from a fine-grain negative ought to be possible. And why, when there are other possible future Metropolises to be had, should we downtrodden masses accept this junk? If anyone wonders what became of Moloch, now they can stop guessing; he's alive and well and making debased DVD versions such as this one. --Jim Gay
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58 of 59 people found the following review helpful
By Rondini
Format:DVD
All comments and reviews on this film are about other versions of the movie. this includes the write-ups for the previous Kino Video release of this film, which is also for other crappy versions of this film. Epic fail, Amazon! The Kino versions are the only ones worth owning. As proof that the reviews on this particular item are crap, it has not even been released yet, as of this writing. This version include approx 20 minutes of recently recovered footage that was found in Argentina. Combined with the original orchestration of the movie, it is the must have version for TRUE fans of cinematic masterpieces, silent or otherwise. Check out company website for correct info. [...].
7 of 8 people found the following review helpful
By Heather
Format:DVD
As other reviewers have noted, this KINO release is the most complete and restored version of the movie that exists. The storylines make a lot more sense, and the video quality is excellent. I have to confess that I miss the wailing rock soundtrack from the earlier, less complete version of the film. Overall though, the musical score fit the film quite well, and like everything else in this film, it was reconstructed to be as close as possible to the original.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
By Cheryl
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Format:Blu-ray|Amazon Verified Purchase
The Complete Metropolis is astounding on blu-ray. The film's well-remembered portions are visually gorgeous, and while the more recently added 'found' scenes are noticeably lower in quality (due to long-term deterioration), it's all still very watchable. Also, the original score has been re-recorded in its entirety, completing this masterpiece to the best possible authentic restoration. Bonus features on the blu-ray include a documentary on the history of finding the lost footage, as well as an interview on the process, and trailer. Highly recommended for film historians and enthusiasts.
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A cinematic classic reborn with modern-(1980s) pop-what's not to like?
I know the purists out there will prefer the original 1930s version, with subtitles. But this too now has a cult following, and most of the songs are listenable and a few are... Read more
Published 2 months ago by David Meldrum
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The Complete Metropolis
I try to view all of Fritz Lang's films. I've seen it a couple of times. This movie is a great existential. Moralizing; and compelling story telling. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Philip K. Dick
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Silent Era
This is the review that [...] gave to The Complete Metropolis:
"This updated DVD edition of Metropolis features the 2010 restoration version licensed by Transit Films of... Read more
"This updated DVD edition of Metropolis features the 2010 restoration version licensed by Transit Films of... Read more
Published 6 months ago by Billy
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Restored Version Of This Silent Film Classic Looks Very Good
Metropolis is a silent film classic with an interesting history. It was edited down from its original full length version and, somehow, all known prints of the original full length... Read more
Published 7 months ago by Mark Anderson
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How about adding Descriptive Video Service for the blind?
Even I think this movie is a great one to have even on blu ray. I think Descriptive Video Service for the visually impared sounds like a great idea. Read more
Published 19 months ago by Kevin Barton
5.0 out of 5 stars
Excellent
I am glad I bought this. I have seen numerous references to the work, but had never viewed it. It is worth the price.
Published 20 months ago by Tbayer
4.0 out of 5 stars
Made it in time
The movie showed up a bit later then was planned but it made it before I needed it and it was it great condition.
Published on Dec 28 2009 by Robyn J. Gilliat
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A picture of Hel
In the back ground we see a picture of the Metropolis in 2026 that is watched over by Johhan 'Joh' Fredersen (Alfred Abel). He stole the heart of Hel from C.A. Read more
Published on July 30 2006 by bernie
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A picture of Hel
In the back ground we see a picture of the Metropolis in 2026 that is watched over by Johhan 'Joh' Fredersen (Alfred Abel). He stole the heart of Hel from C.A. Read more
Published on Sep 4 2005 by bernie
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A benchmark in movie restoration,in 2001 and 2008!
For some strange reason Amazon is putting up reviews for the 2003 Kino release version of Metropolis and using them in the revamped 2010 version!? Go figure. Read more
Published on Aug 11 2004 by Robert Badgley
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