Review of Dr. Cyclops (1940) by James H — 25 Mar 2010

80/100. How unusual to have a film of this genre, from Universal Studios, and in 1940, to be in color. Albert Dekker hams it up quite a bit, but he's very effective. It's quite imaginative and the special effects are really excellent and were deservedly nominated for an Academy Award.

It's suspenseful and creative, a very unusual film for that time. The art direction is exceptional. I am just very impressed by the film in general, it's so unique and beautifully done. The same concept was utilized in The Incredible Shrinking Man and the Disney "shrunk" movies, but Dr.

Cyclops stands up amazingly well on it's own. Ingenious, a lot of thought and effort were put into the film.