(Flash Review)
This was a hidden gem in a Netflix collection of female director pioneers of early silent films. "Salomé" had concentrated and slowly rising intensity, which is unique for the era. It was full of moody atmosphere with a costumes, an outstandingly aggressive staccato music score, lighting and shot framing. It was a meaty, deep and engrossing visual tale. The story is loosely based on the biblical story of King Herod and his execution of John the Baptist as his stepdaughter, Salomé, demanded. For whom he has a lustful eye for. He pleads with her to do a dance for him while the Queen sits next to him. He goes as far as to promise Salomé an abundance of riches and they settle on 'one wish'. What price will King Herod pay to watch Salomé dance? This had a similar vibe to the other silent film "Passion of Joan of Arc" with emotional intensity. This is probably more approachable for viewers with a passion for all film.
This was a hidden gem in a Netflix collection of female director pioneers of early silent films. "Salomé" had concentrated and slowly rising intensity, which is unique for the era. It was full of moody atmosphere with a costumes, an outstandingly aggressive staccato music score, lighting and shot framing. It was a meaty, deep and engrossing visual tale. The story is loosely based on the biblical story of King Herod and his execution of John the Baptist as his stepdaughter, Salomé, demanded. For whom he has a lustful eye for. He pleads with her to do a dance for him while the Queen sits next to him. He goes as far as to promise Salomé an abundance of riches and they settle on 'one wish'. What price will King Herod pay to watch Salomé dance? This had a similar vibe to the other silent film "Passion of Joan of Arc" with emotional intensity. This is probably more approachable for viewers with a passion for all film.