The Lodger feels way ahead of its time. Due to my exposure of modern day films, I kept waiting for a twist that never came. In that sense, it was a little underwhelming, but still worth your time if you enjoy black and white films or old school horror.
Laird Cregar was absolutely menacing here. Those close-up face shots towards the end will haunt my dreams. It's tragic that he passed away just age 31 - months after The Lodger was released.
It's a dark and atmospheric movie and captures some of the terror and hysteria of Jack the Ripper's London well. I did find myself laughing once or twice during scenes I probably wasn't supposed to - but that is forgivable in a film that manages to hold your interest throughout, despite being 75 years old.
Laird Cregar was absolutely menacing here. Those close-up face shots towards the end will haunt my dreams. It's tragic that he passed away just age 31 - months after The Lodger was released.
It's a dark and atmospheric movie and captures some of the terror and hysteria of Jack the Ripper's London well. I did find myself laughing once or twice during scenes I probably wasn't supposed to - but that is forgivable in a film that manages to hold your interest throughout, despite being 75 years old.