During World War I, Dick Randall says goodbye to his mother and joins the troops in battle overseas. Dazed by the explosion of a shell, he wanders over the German lines and is hiding in a haystack when French peasant girl Corinne Frenaud discovers him.
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The cinematography in Wanted for Murder is a masterclass in evoking the bleak, war-torn landscape of early 20th-century Europe. The dark orange hues that permeate the battle scenes serve as a poignant reminder of the devastating consequences of conflict. As Dick Randall, played by John De Lacey, navigates the treachero...
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Comparing the cinematic DNA and archive impact of two defining moments in cult history.
Frank Hall Crane
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"The cinematography in Wanted for Murder is a masterclass in evoking the bleak, war-torn landscape of early 20th-century Europe. The dark orange hues that permeate the battle scenes serve as a poignant reminder of the devastating consequences of conflict. As Dick Randall, played by John De Lacey, navigates the treacherous terrain, the camera work is reminiscent of a Danish drama, with its emphasis on stark realism and unflinching honesty.The narrative is bolstered by the impressive performances o..."
