Review of Elevator to the Gallows (1958) by Damjan R — 24 Dec 2012
Artistically strong, and done with style to spare, this film has a lot going for it but is held back by some plot elements that are incoherent and lacking in focus. The fatal lovers should have featured more substantially and motives should have been more prominent.
The performances are good, but unspectacular, and are not helped by the plot that features quite a lot of holes. The Miles Davis score is brilliant and the camera work is expressive without being overbearing.
This is a worthwhile film, just don't have too high expectations.
This review of Elevator to the Gallows (1958) was written by Damjan R on 24 Dec 2012.
Elevator to the Gallows has generally received very positive reviews.
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