Häxan
Sweden
1922 Documentary
1h 31min
Original language: Swedish, Danish, Silent
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A hybrid of documentary and fiction, this silent film explores the history of witchcraft, demonology and satanism. It shows representations of evil in a variety of ancient and medieval artworks, offers vignettes illustrating a number of superstitious practices and presents a narrative about the persecution of a woman accused of witchcraft. The film ends by suggesting that the modern science of psychology offers important insight into the beliefs and practices of the past.
Directed by | Benjamin Christensen |
Written by | Benjamin Christensen |
Company | Aljosha Production CompanyAljosha Production CompanyAljosha Production Company |