The Human Monster aka The Dark Eyes of London (1939)

October Challenge Day 25

Oh, well ... it was interesting! Let's talk about:

The Human Monster aka The Dark Eyes of London

Now, I typically appreciate a good ol' black and white classic, particularly from the '30s and '40s. And this one is no exception - it checked off all the boxes!

Bumbling

Femme Fatale(ish)

Hard knock detective(s)

Sinister people hiding in the shadows

A "happy" ending - usually with the threat of marriage

This is the tale of a corrupt insurance agent and the bodies he's making money off of. But wait! He's also experimenting on people? He's also a "Physician"? But wait there is still more! Heavy on the focus of a homeless shelter full of blind men. 

While being a little all over the place, I was impressed with how they wove all these characters and situations together - and was especially impressed with the dedication to blindness. I couldn't quite figure if I was insulted or educated. The folks in this homeless shelter are paraded as skilled laborers .... but also used as a buffer for heinous activities. In all, it was an interesting take. 

So while illegal events are surrounding these insurance scams, Scotland Yard calls in the AMERICANS to come help. Lololololololololololo. The comic relief has arrived. 

Now, I have plans later today - excited to say I'm going to the Concrete, WA Ghost Walk! I had so much fun last year I'm gonna do it again! So I watched this as a chill, delightful Saturday afternoon entertainer before the drive to this little town in the woods. I think it would also do well as a late, rainy night watch. 

Best watched alone while working on projects. Pairs with ice cream or soup. 

I watched this on Tubi or use the Find It! Watch It! links on Horror Habit's side bar to see where else you can find this odd ball charmer.