Simply put the feeling, four words, shock and wonderful.
The parallel narrative of four clues, the highly simulated Babylonian castle, the photography of rocker arms and hot air balloons, the use of theme montages, these are not simple techniques that seem to be very simple today, but were used by Griffith in movies more than 100 years ago. As an offspring, I don't know what to do.
The climax of the four clues at the end of the film, including two last-minute rescue sequences, is really addicting. After 1904, American films began to explore the coherent narrative system. By the mid-1910s, the classic Hollywood narrative model was basically established, and this movie is the best illustration. The film not only tells the story clearly and wonderfully, but also includes the theme of "prejudice and narrow-mindedness", which is incredible.
In addition, the portrayal of the characters in the film is also very delicate. Especially the girl in the mountains in Babylon, the character is very three-dimensional, and the image of the lively and agile girl is very successful and popular.
Most importantly, the film more than 100 years ago unexpectedly showed concern for reality. "Whistleblowers" have existed in all dynasties, and their fates are very similar, which is embarrassing.
Great work, what it conveys, is penetrating.
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