The Amazing Mr. X

Truly one of the most unusual films in the entire film noir canon, it tells the story of a beautiful young widow who becomes the victim of a cruel plot, one seemingly hatched by a mysterious fortune teller tied to a group of criminals. A curious wave of romance and danger envelops this strange and beautiful film, giving Alton ample opportunities to incorporate the exotic supernatural qualities it has with just the proper amount of atmospheric splendor. Starring Turhan Bey, Lynn Bari, Cathy O’Donnell, Richard Carlson, Donald Curtis. Screenplay by Crane Wilbur and Muriel Roy Boulton. Photographed by John Alton. Directed by Bernard Vorhaus. In B&W. 78 mins. 1948.

Part of Elliot Lavine’s series:
Film Noir’s Visionary Genius: John Alton

Part of our Arthouse 50: Celebrating our 50th anniversary as an Arthouse