Faust

In this silent German Expressionist masterpiece, the elderly scholar Dr. Faust makes a pact with the devil, Mephistopheles. In exchange for his soul, Faust is granted youth, love, and worldly pleasures. He is drawn into a destructive path, causing ruin to the innocent Gretchen, whom he loves.

Faust is widely regarded as one of the greatest achievements of German Expressionist cinema and a landmark film in cinematic history. Its stunning visual artistry, powerful performances, and thematic depth have earned it universal acclaim from critics and scholars alike.

• Visually breathtaking with groundbreaking special effects for its time.
• Emil Jannings delivers a commanding performance as the tormented Faust.
• A profound and dark exploration of temptation, sin, and redemption.

Google audience: Audience reception data for Faust (1926) is not readily available on Google.

The elaborate set for Faust's study, including the large Gothic-style desk and bookshelf, was a permanent fixture built on the studio lot and was later used in other UFA productions.