Review of Cat People (1942) by Mark H — 15 Sep 2008
Brooding film noir from producer Val Lewton is a triumph of imagination over budget in this haunting horror film. Relies not on overt shocks, but on a moody sense of dread. The whole cast is brilliant but Simone Simon as Irena is especially effective, suggesting subtle catlike behavior in just her movements.
Remade less successfully in 1982.
This review of Cat People (1942) was written by Mark H on 15 Sep 2008.
Cat People has generally received positive reviews.
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