Ordet [1955]
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Jackie and Greg return to the great Carl Theodor Dreyer for one of his signature films, the late-career masterpiece ORDET from 1955. Topics of discussion include its origins as a stage play, the long takes, the constantly howling wind, what Dreyer's saying about organized religion, and the powerful spirituality of the film.
#24 on Sight & Sound's 2012 "The 100 Greatest Films of All Time" list.
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#48 on Sight & Sound's 2022 "The 100 Greatest Films of All Time" list. bfi.org.uk/sight-and-sound/greatest-films-all-time
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