What is Faust?
Faust is a 1926 silent fantasy film directed by F. W.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1926
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 116 minutes
- Release date
- Oct 13, 1926
- Studios
- UFA, Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
- Genres
- Fantasy, Drama, Horror
- Updated
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Overview
Faust is a 1926 silent fantasy film directed by F. W. Murnau and produced by Ufa, starring Gösta Ekman as Faust, Emil Jannings as Mephisto, and Camilla Horn as Gretchen/Marguerite. The film is an adaptation of a German folktale and a German legend where God and Satan wager on the soul of a learned and prayerful alchemist, leading to themes involving a contract with the devil, sensual pleasures in Italy, and a love for the innocent Markétka.
The film features apokalyptické vyobrazení války, hladomor, utrpení, and dark creatures with giant black wings as the devil attempts to establish his rule on Earth. It has a runtime of 1 hour and 56 minutes and is categorized under fantasy, drama, and horror.
Should you watch it?
“God and Satan wager on the soul of a learned and prayerful alchemist.”
- Directed by F. W. Murnau.
- Produced by Ufa.
- Stars Gösta Ekman, Emil Jannings, and Camilla Horn.
- It is a 1926 silent film which may not appeal to viewers seeking modern dialogue.
Watch it if you want to see a classic 1926 German fantasy film directed by F. W. Murnau.
The film features fantasy, drama, and horror elements with a runtime of 1 hour and 56 minutes.
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Is Faust (1926) worth watching?
Yes, it is a 1926 silent fantasy film directed by F. W. Murnau and produced by Ufa.
What is the runtime or duration?
The runtime is 1 hour and 56 minutes.
What are the essential episodes?
Faust is a feature film rather than a television series with episodes.