1930. Two years after the first talkie. Early cinematography techniques. Prohibition.
Enjoy this for what it is. A fun story with mystery, a spooky old house with secret passages, goofy characters, and a reveal at the end. The use of early cinematography techniques based on the stage is interesting and effective. The use of light, shadow, and silhouettes in an old black and white film is interesting. I like thinking of this type of movie in the context of the time it was made. Imagine joining others to watch it in the theater in 1930 when it came out. And it also made me think it might be the inspiration for Batman. It's a movie to enjoy and take a peek into another era. So glad this one was saved.
Enjoy this for what it is. A fun story with mystery, a spooky old house with secret passages, goofy characters, and a reveal at the end. The use of early cinematography techniques based on the stage is interesting and effective. The use of light, shadow, and silhouettes in an old black and white film is interesting. I like thinking of this type of movie in the context of the time it was made. Imagine joining others to watch it in the theater in 1930 when it came out. And it also made me think it might be the inspiration for Batman. It's a movie to enjoy and take a peek into another era. So glad this one was saved.
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