Many viewers have written about the powerful, often grim content of the film. It is hampered by some of the acting, especially, unfortunately, Priscella Bonner, who often manifests the worst characteristics of early silent movie "emoting." (von Eltz, on the other hand, as Freddy, is quite good, quite natural.) Visually, though, the film is very powerful, with many striking sequences expressing the characters'
emotions. Also very good use of tinting some scenes with the color red.
Review of The Red Kimono
