I saw this film for the first time in 2015, almost 70 years on from when it was made, it sounds unreal to put it like that. It gets a 10 from me, my interest in the film noir genre is growing and this is definitely one of the best i've seen. The Gothic English setting is perfect, although it has a slightly unclear American/British feel to it. In truth I don't recognise a lot of the cast, I'm of course familiar with Elsa Lanchester, great actress. I can see how Ethel Barrymore was an Oscar nominee for her performance. I have seen the 70's remake, which is quite pale and garish in comparison. A classic glorious film I will be watching again soon. Classic!
Review of The Spiral Staircase
