Review of The Man Who Knew Too Much (1934) by Matthew D — 06 Jul 2018
Thoroughly English in DNA and execution, this early Hitchcock presents a unusual couple who find themselves embroiled into some kind of mysterious and insidious spy plot. Peter Lorre is our Germanic bad guy whose politeness comes and goes erratically and is truly menacing for that.
The set-up for the action involved is as questionable as it comes, but the payoff, a gunfight in downtown London, is worth the price of admission alone. As well, this work, along with Jamaica Inn, cements my growing suspicion that Hitch's best was his earlier stuff.
This review of The Man Who Knew Too Much (1934) was written by Matthew D on 06 Jul 2018.
The Man Who Knew Too Much has generally received positive reviews.
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