Review of The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes (1939) by Jay N — 10 Nov 2010
One of the earliest Holmes movies with Basil Rathbone in the lead is one of the better entries in the series. Rathbone and Bruce make a wonderful team but what helps separate this from the others is the casting of a very young Ida Lupino in the menaced maiden role, usually the endangered lady was a pretty but utilitarian actress of minor note.
Ida was on her way up at this point and within the year would break through to the majors in "They Drive By Night" and her star quality shines through here making her plight and the mystery more involving.
The film itself has good production values and moves at a brisk pace.
This review of The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes (1939) was written by Jay N on 10 Nov 2010.
The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes has generally received positive reviews.
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