Self explanatory. Movies from the 1920s everyone need to see at least once. With links
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Longer 1920s film. Much more runtime and heart!
Harold Lloyd is almost never mentioned when people talk about silent film comedians, which is a real pity. I genuinely believe he’s the funniest of the big three. His comedy feels more relatable, more energetic, and often more daring. Safety Last! is...
Safety Last! (1923)
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A product of its time and a true staple of the science-fiction genre, it remains a visually striking and captivating experience—one I can’t help but appreciate, even decades later.
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Metropolis (1927)
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An Abel Gance epic. A dazzling masterpiece—love it or hate it, it remains a cornerstone of cinema. Although you may need more than a little time (and patience) to finish it.
Napoleon (1927)
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Feast to the eyes. Delightful to listen to. Moves me to tears. One of the greatest and most influential love story ever told.
Sunrise (1927)
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With its exquisitely crafted visuals and striking imagery, F. W. Murnau’s adaptation of Faust reimagines the classic story through a fresh lens, brought to life by remarkable production design and effects that make its world feel hauntingly magical. ...
Faust (1926)
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Still very polirizing. Amazing sets too.
Nosferatu: A Symphony of Horror (1922)
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That Blindfold scene is amazing. How the hell did they do that!
The Gold Rush (1925)
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Impressive stunt work. One of the movies you wish it to be longer.
Sherlock Jr. (1924)
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The first true action film. Fascinating and very polarizing.
The General (1926)
Oh man, the sets! Image from your dreams.
The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari (1920)
Even an atheist would appreciate this. Impressive stuff
The Passion of Joan of Arc (1928)
Captivating and scary. A great new year watch!
The Phantom Carriage (1921)
Another great epic. Definitely worth your time.
Greed (1924)
Fast paced. Amazing cinematography and I feel like it's quite underrated too
Battleship Potemkin (1925)
Unreal. The wikipedia of it's time!
Häxan (1922)
Impressive. Might be my favorite thing in this list
The Adventures of Prince Achmed (1926)
It's not a movie. It's an experience
Man with a Movie Camera (1929)
It's short, it's sweet, It's charismatic. Worth a watch!
