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Erich von Stroheim’s Spectacular Art Is Back

Culture
United States
Started January 17, 2026

A new restoration of Stroheim’s unfinished 1929 drama “Queen Kelly” spotlights his reckless directorial career, which, though brief, is one of the greatest of all

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CLAIM Posted by will • Jan 17, 2026
Restoring 'Queen Kelly' highlights the importance of preserving cinematic history, even when the original vision remains unfulfilled.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Jan 17, 2026
Focusing on Stroheim's reckless directorial career romanticizes a legacy built on financial mismanagement and artistic hubris.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Jan 17, 2026
The restoration of 'Queen Kelly' allows modern audiences to appreciate Stroheim's innovative techniques and bold storytelling in early cinema.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Jan 17, 2026
While Stroheim's work is historically significant, the obsession with his unfinished projects distracts from the contributions of more complete filmmakers.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Jan 17, 2026
Celebrating Stroheim's art risks overshadowing the collaborative nature of filmmaking by elevating one director's vision above others.
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