The Man Who Cried Wolf

Name: The Man Who Cried Wolf
Director: Lewis R. Foster
Genre: Crime, Drama
Released: 1937-01-01
Duration: 68 min
Cast: Lewis Stone, Barbara Read, Tom Brown, Marjorie Main, Jameson Thomas

1937Dir. Lewis R. Foster1h 8m

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About This Movie

The Man Who Cried Wolf is a curious blend of crime and drama from 1937, helmed by Lewis R. Foster. It has this almost theatrical tone, which makes sense given its central character—a drama artist who concocts a bizarre scheme of confessing to murders he didn’t commit. The atmosphere feels heavy with noir influences, despite being a bit lighter in execution. The pacing is a tad uneven at times, but that adds to its charm; it keeps you guessing. The performances, particularly from the lead, have this intense, almost desperate quality that grounds the film. There's also some interesting practical effects, though they stick closer to the realm of suggestive rather than explicit. Overall, it’s a unique artifact of its time worth exploring.

Released by Columbia Pictures in 1937.Runtime is approximately 69 minutes.Features a blend of crime and drama with notable performances.Available on DVD, but not widely distributed.