This Saturday night (March 29, at 10pm), Mr. Lobo's Cinema Insomnia serves the Edward G. Robinson-led, 1947 classic, The Red House.
The Red House was produced by Sol Lesser (known for Our Town and his many Tarzan entries) and directed by Delmer Daves (who helmed Destination Tokyo and the original 3:10 to Yuma) and scripted by Daves with the uncredited Albert (Two Mules for Sister Sara/The Beguiled) Maltz, based on George Agnew Chamberlain's popular novel. The result isn't at all horror, but rather psychological noir (a sort of pre-David Lynch deal, with dashes of Val Lewton and Tod Slaughter). It concentrates on the relationship of an invalid (Robinson), his sister (Judith Anderson), their adopted daughter (Allene Roberts) and her indirect boyfriend (Lon McCallister), but there's a catch to the cozy setup, as a troubling secret anchors the woodland abode.
Robinson is, as always, in top form, but so is the rest of the cast, including Rory Calhoun (cowboy icon and Motel Hell's friendly Farmer Vincent) and the gorgeous Julie London in effective, supporting roles. Daves' direction is swift and tense, with Bert Glennon's photography accentuating the mysterious mood. Oh, and Miklos Rosa's score is nothing short of damn divine.
Beyond the movie, Mr. Lobo engages in a major cleanup of his studio, which prompts spiffy silliness for the in-betweens. The presentation also contains unusual commercials, public proclamations and an instructional, snack break to lighten the movie's ominous tone.
The Red House is, indeed, both a fun and somber submission, and the "misunderstood" mix shouldn't be missed; so be sure to tune in for a Twitchin' good time!
https://www.twitch.tv/cinemainsomnia
No comments:
Post a Comment