Review of M (1931) by Ninon M — 11 Mar 2018

Lang's haunting masterpiece has much in common with another cinematic treasure, 'The Night of The Hunter'.

This review of M (1931) was written by Ninon M on 11 Mar 2018.

M has generally received very positive reviews.

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By Adam R (2,773) on 24 May 2016

M' is loaded with memorable images and a stillness in the sound gives us one of the rarest movie experiences of all time…

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-IGNORE THIS OUT OF FIVE RATING 4/4 Chilling early talkie about a child murderer put on trial by citizens, not the law…

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By Carrie Rickey (1,198) for Philadelphia Inquirer (3,920) on 01 May 2016

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By Carlos I (1,309) on 18 Jul 2016

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No, no, no, no critics and thespians! M has dated terribly…

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