Review of Hangover Square (1945) by Trent R — 04 Aug 2010
Lots of silly psychological explanations going on, but the actual depiction of fugue state is done well. With Herrmann's flaring score, fogging of the lens to depict intrusive sound waves, freeze frames, and jump cuts, it truly is a jarringly effective experience.
It's noir with a gothic horror sensibility, with Marlowe playing up her gold-digging femme fatale part to great lengths. The cinematography and score merge wonderfully, and Cregar's emotive close-ups work well to convey desperation and loss of self.
This review of Hangover Square (1945) was written by Trent R on 04 Aug 2010.
Hangover Square has generally received positive reviews.
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