Häxan (1922)
Description: But isn’t superstition still rampant among us?
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.
Director: Benjamin Christensen
Producer: benjamin christensen
Content Rating:
User Reviews: Mostly Positive (base on 295 reviews)
Published Date: 2026-04-01 17:05:39
Genre:
Documentary
Horror
History
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edward finney
The world-building pulled me in immediately.
leonard fields
Excellent performances all around.
john evans
Great chemistry between the leads.
carl k hittleman
A satisfying ending that ties everything together.
jim markovic
Missed opportunities for deeper themes.
giorgio ferroni
One of the better films I've watched in a while.
fletcher markle
Well-paced and consistently entertaining.
michele lupo
A memorable soundtrack that fit perfectly.
tonino ricci
Excellent performances all around.
connie rasinski
Inconsistent tone that made it hard to follow.
laszlo benedek
Sharp editing that kept everything flowing smoothly.
pietro francisci
A memorable soundtrack that fit perfectly.
emilio fernandez
The story felt flat and lacked momentum.
richard thorpe
Cinematography was dull and didn't add much.
kenneth hartford
An absolute masterpiece. Brilliant performances and direction.
richard brooks
The world-building pulled me in immediately.
buster keaton
Loved the characters and the emotional depth.
hollingsworth morse
Beautiful cinematography that really elevates the experience.
vernon stallings
The dialogue felt natural and well-written.
willard huyck
A satisfying ending that ties everything together.