THE DIAMOND WIZARD is a nondescript British potboiling thriller of 1954 that feels like an odd mixture of American and British influence. The story is about a gang of kidnappers who get hold of a scientist in order to force him to make some artificial diamonds for them. The authorities are hot on the trail and slowly close in as the narrative progresses. Sadly, this contains absolutely nothing remarkable about it from beginning to end, content to go through the motions without ever innovating or offering very much in the way of suspense, depth, or intrigue. Michael Balfour is a delight as always, but that's about it.
Review of The Diamond Wizard
