Timed to coincide with the release of the Robert Downey Jr./Jude Law film, this repackaging of two classic Basil Rathbone/Nigel Bruce films – The Spider Woman and The Voice of terror – is a mixed bag. The Spider Woman, where Holmes investigates a series of ‘pajama suicides’ is by far the more entertaining, and features a great performance by Gale Snodgrass as the villain. The Voice of Terror, where Holmes battles Nazi spies, is less successful, primarily due to its dated patriotic themes. 3 stars
Sunday, February 7, 2010
Sherlock Holmes Double Feature
Timed to coincide with the release of the Robert Downey Jr./Jude Law film, this repackaging of two classic Basil Rathbone/Nigel Bruce films – The Spider Woman and The Voice of terror – is a mixed bag. The Spider Woman, where Holmes investigates a series of ‘pajama suicides’ is by far the more entertaining, and features a great performance by Gale Snodgrass as the villain. The Voice of Terror, where Holmes battles Nazi spies, is less successful, primarily due to its dated patriotic themes. 3 stars
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