The Fifth Seal

All I can say is "so what?" for this movie. There's no conclusion, and no proper ending. What did you guys want to tell the audience by making this movie?

I don't know anything about Hungarian cinema except from Bela Tarr. This came to my attention by chance and these ecstatic reviews made me curious to watch it. I am glad i did. This is an amazing movie that makes you think a lot. This is pure Art and not pretentious or "artsy" at all. A movie with deep meanings. I can't say it amazed me from the start, but as it progressed, things fell into place and i realized that every word here had a purpose.

Last 40 minutes are heartbreaking and devastating. This monologue (y'all understand when you watch it) was bone chilling. It's true, every authoritarian regime has exactly the same goal: To make people losing their self respect. That's the key.

Some times, even "democracies" have the same goal. You can see it everywhere in the world right now.

Gets off to an amazing start, with the first 40 or minutes or so being confined to one location, and centring on five men having intense philosophical/political conversations. One stirs things up as the evening's winding down, then everyone's a mess for the second act, and then this war drama becomes a bit more of a war film in its final act, and it kind of comes together... well, it comes together enough.

So where the film ends up certainly isn't terrible, but could perhaps be a bit on the nose. I think The Fifth Seal really flounders throughout its second act, though, and makes the whole thing feel a bit uneven.

I can't deny there are some amazing parts to this film at least, most of them contained to the first 40-ish minutes of the film.

"The Fifth Seal" is a timeless masterpiece that delves deep into the human condition and moral dilemmas. Set against the backdrop of World War II, the film presents a powerful narrative that challenges viewers to reflect on their own values and choices. The central theme revolves around the question of what it means to be truly human in the face of adversity and moral ambiguity.

The characters are brilliantly portrayed, each representing different facets of humanity and ethical struggles. The dialogue is thought-provoking, and the cinematography captures the stark realities of the era, enhancing the emotional impact of the story.

What makes "The Fifth Seal" a must-watch is its enduring relevance. The moral questions it raises are as pertinent today as they were during the time of its setting. It compels viewers to consider their own responses to ethical dilemmas and the nature of their humanity.

In conclusion, "The Fifth Seal" is not just a film; it's an experience that leaves a lasting impression and prompts introspection. Its message is universal and timeless, making it a film that everyone should see at least once.

I really can't describe the joy of discovering this movie. A unique experience that combines art, meaning and an exceptional technique of cinematography. The depth on the characters build up, the unbeliavable script and the absolute rhytm makes this movie a total monument in what the art of cinema stands for. I really suggest you to watch this film. The feelings and the tense which brings to the viewer cannot be described. A true masterpiece from the titles of the beginning to the last scene!