Review of What Ever Happened to Baby Jane? (1962) by Jonny P — 17 Jan 2011

Oh my gosh, this movie is MESSED UP!!!! Who could be a more frightening villain than your own sister? For the duration of the movie, you'll feel just as vulnerable as Joan Crawford, unable to predict or comprehend Bette Davis' next maniacle move.

And the fight scene beside the telephone? That was insane. Davis' performance borders between genius an madness as her deranged character tortures her bedridden sister. Her character really develops as she interacts with Victor Buono, showing her social awkwardness and inability to understand friendship, since she never had any.

Everything about this film is done right - 2 incredible actresses, a score that enhances every tense moment, an unpredictably crazy (and yet believable) storyline, and that twist at the end!?!?!? "What Ever Happened To Baby Jane?" is intense from credits to credits and will leave you feeling uneasy and shocked - awesome.