Review of Shock Corridor (1963) by Kris K — 26 Jan 2009
Never one to shy away from the controversial, Fuller turns his lens to the tale of an undercover reporter in a mental institution. While the portrayals of mental health issues are sensationalist, lurid and very much of their time, there are performances here the like of which are rarely seen.
In using the institution as a microcosm of America itself, Fuller is able to examine the various bees in his bonnet, albeit through a slightly episodic plot. That he succesfully combines true schlock with affecting melodrama and some stunning visuals is an acheivement in itself; that he does this while making valid social comment and being brilliantly subversive is magnificent.
This review of Shock Corridor (1963) was written by Kris K on 26 Jan 2009.
Shock Corridor has generally received positive reviews.
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