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Sure, Tod Browning is mostly known for creating "Count Dracula," the film most remembered when reminiscing about the Universal monsters of yester-year (I hate that fucking word).  But it's "Freaks" that will always stand out in my mind as Browning's best (especially considering I've only seen two of his films, "Dracula" and "Freaks" included).

In 1932, this was known as one of the most not-talked-about/talked-about films of the year... hell, the century.  

"Using actual side-show freaks to show off some king of creepy underworld?  No!  Blasphemous!"

This seemed to be the mind-set of many film patrons of the 30's.  Though, what is so misunderstood about Browning's masterpiece is the love and compassion that these "freaks" show on screen to both each other and the "normies."

The story is a all about a "simple" con.  Cleopatra, a trapeze artist for the travelling circus that serves as the centerpiece for the "mayhem," is adored by a dwarf named Hans.  Cleo sees this, and begins to take advantage of the young man.  Of course, Hans' fiance, Frieda, warns him of her treachorous deeds, but to no avail.  The love trance continues.

What transpires after this is a tale of revenge underlined with the theme of friends sticking together like  a family (albeit a very creepy, yet loving, family).  

Sure, "Texas Chainsaw Massacre" has a creepy dinner scene, but you haven't seen anything until you've witnessed the side show dining in this one.

Movie: **** out of ****

DVD Extras: *** out of ****

Commentaries are always appreciated... except when they're by boring historians like David J. Skal.  While some of author Skal's points are interesting (such as the fact that director Browning was a former circus contortionist), he has a very monotone, droll voice.  Though, the documentary is fantastic as is the re-release introduction.

Also, again, my thanks to WB for destroying the snapper case "legacy."      
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