Feline doubts
Cat People (1942) is one of the more interesting horror films that I've seen in the 1001 Movies. The thing that makes it notable is the fact that it becomes a psychological thriller instead of a straight makeup and effects horror film, mainly due, I imagine, to the low budget available.
By not spending huge amounts, the director was forced to use suspense and the audience's imagination, with the (possibly unanticipated) end result that you are left wondering whether the protagonist actually does turn into a panther... or whether it's just in her head. Although I believe that they were intending it to be obvious that she does, this isn't what happens, and the movie is better for it.
So, recommended, and would love to hear the thoughts of any who remember this one which, unlike other horror flicks of the era isn't a household name.
Writing: need to do edits and write a column at some point this week, as well as send out a contract. New words would be a good thing, too.
By not spending huge amounts, the director was forced to use suspense and the audience's imagination, with the (possibly unanticipated) end result that you are left wondering whether the protagonist actually does turn into a panther... or whether it's just in her head. Although I believe that they were intending it to be obvious that she does, this isn't what happens, and the movie is better for it.
So, recommended, and would love to hear the thoughts of any who remember this one which, unlike other horror flicks of the era isn't a household name.
Writing: need to do edits and write a column at some point this week, as well as send out a contract. New words would be a good thing, too.