The Eagle with Two Heads

Of Cocteau's film work I've only ever seen Beauty and the Beast and was looking forward to checking out other films of his. I don't recall hearing anything about this particular work of his but i found it to be fairly interesting. Romanticism rules the day here with the story and themes reminding the viewer of something Shakespearian in tone and structure. The cast creates characters who are strong willed and not afraid to express themselves. The sets, art direction, and costumes are all well done and they create a world the viewer might like to spend time in. The film requires the viewers full attention and despite its occasionally challenging story I found The Eagle with Two Heads to be thoroughly unique and worth checking out.