Review of The Body Snatcher (1945) by Kilo D — 30 Jul 2014

An essay on Lewton and co. is on its way, refer to that when it's posted.

This review of The Body Snatcher (1945) was written by Kilo D on 30 Jul 2014.

The Body Snatcher has generally received positive reviews.

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By Bill B (2,505) on 20 May 2009

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By Rod E (628) on 20 Jan 2013

Boris Karloff is awesome in this as he torments a doctor. His scene with Bela Lugosi is cool too. Another atmospheric and spooky Val Lewton production…

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By Steve M (1,420) on 06 Jun 2009

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Belle reflexion sur la recherche scientifique et ses deviances interprete par un Boris Karloff au sommet de sa forme accompagne de Bela Lugosi…

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By Riley H (411) on 16 Oct 2008

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