The Black Cat

Also known as Black Cat

1934 film by Edgar George Ulmer

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The Black Cat is a 1934 American black-and-white horror and drama film directed by Edgar G. Ulmer. Produced and distributed by Universal Pictures, the movie features a cast including Boris Karloff, Bela Lugosi, David Manners, and Harry Cording. The screenplay centers on a cat, with additional themes involving chess, prisoners of war, and Hungary. Heinz Eric Roemheld composed the score, while John J. Mescall served as director of photography.

The film has a runtime of 65 minutes and was released on May 7, 1934. It was produced on a budget of $95,745 and grossed $236,000 at the box office. Critical reception includes an 89% rating and a 7.7 out of 10 score. The production team included Carl Laemmle as producer, Jack Pierce as make-up artist, and Ulmer handling both costume and production design. The film is available via video on demand.

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After a road accident in Hungary, the American honeymooners Joan and Peter and the enigmatic Dr. Werdegast find refuge in the house of the famed architect Hjalmar Poelzig, who shares a dark past with the doctor.

Released: 1934-05-0765 minDir: Edgar G. UlmerHorror, ThrillerBudget: $95,745Box office: $236,000

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