The star of this film is not an actor or actress; although the troupe does a very good job of turn of the century day to day life. No, the star of this film is Fritz Lang, the master of suspense before Hitchcock became known as such later in American cinema. Lang's M is a masterpiece not even equalled by Hitchcock. This piece is not quite as well done, but certainly better than the vast majoirty of noir pieces of the golden age. Lang was forced to do this fine piece of work for Republic Pictures; a bottom of the barrel studio, while Hitchcock had the full resources of. Selznik Studios in the US. Treat yourself to this film.
Review of House by the River
