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FREAKS

I watched Tod Browning's Freaks on TMC last night. I've seen it about three times now and it is disturbing and moving each time.

The 1932 film is a tragic love story set in a travelling side show. It turns out out the the real freaks in this film are the "normal" people.

There is an excellent scene where the "freaks" are stalking in the night rain. I really like the shots from beneath the wagons.

It is a short film (66 minutes) with a long history. If you get a chance to to see it, especially this time of year, you should.