Review of The Night of the Hunter (1955) by Ivan M — 03 May 2012
A wonderfully spooky film, with Robert Mitchum giving a classic performance as the deranged, murderous preacher. Two young kids are entrusted by their father as he is arrested by the police to keep his stash of money's hiding place a complete and utter secret.
Soon enough, a psychotic man of God is to marry the children's mother and become their new stepfather, though only we and the young boy John can see through his lies to the core of his black and deep desires, simply for the money.
The innocent lambs are thrust into fighting for their lives and making use of their child-like, natural cunning to honor their father's wishes. The majority of Mitchum's scenes are utterly terrifying, especially with the moodily and excellently shot cinematography.
It's a great movie with entertainment and artistic value. Very much worth taking note of as something significant.
This review of The Night of the Hunter (1955) was written by Ivan M on 03 May 2012.
The Night of the Hunter has generally received very positive reviews.
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