War-torn Vienna is an interesting backdrop, and the expressionist lighting and shadows and angles give the film a psychologically interesting feel.
One of earliest movies I can remember having a score. The zither music definitely gives the film some life, but it’s used way too much. The happy music starts playing in some of the film’s most tense and scary moments, making the scenes feel like a Greek party instead of dramatic.
I love how he doesn’t get the girl in that fabulous final shot.
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