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The Amazing Dr. Clitterhouse

The Amazing Dr. Clitterhouse (1938)

July. 30,1938
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A wealthy society doctor decides to research the medical aspects of criminal behaviour by becoming one himself. He joins a gang of thieves and proceeds to wrest leadership of the gang away from it's extremely resentful leader.

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SoTrumpBelieve
1938/07/30

Must See Movie...

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Mjeteconer
1938/07/31

Just perfect...

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Forumrxes
1938/08/01

Yo, there's no way for me to review this film without saying, take your *insert ethnicity + "ass" here* to see this film,like now. You have to see it in order to know what you're really messing with.

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Aubrey Hackett
1938/08/02

While it is a pity that the story wasn't told with more visual finesse, this is trivial compared to our real-world problems. It takes a good movie to put that into perspective.

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alexanderdavies-99382
1938/08/03

"The Amazing Dr. Clitterhouse" was a welcome change of pace for Edward G. Robinson. Here, he is cast as a character of great learning and high intelligence. Humphrey Bogart was on his way to becoming a star by the time this film was released in 1938. Once again, this film comes down to a final confrontation between Robinson and Bogart and it is exciting. Out of all the collaborations between Robinson and Bogart, this film and "Key Largo" are their best. Dr. Clitterhouse is a professor and medical practitioner who is involved in the study of crime and of the criminal mind. He decides to get in close upon the workings of a local criminal gang by joining their ranks. Naturally, Bogart doesn't take too kindly to the good doctors intrusion and seeks revenge. I won't give away any plot details but this "Warner Bros." film can claim to being quite original. It is played for laughs but in a more dark and subtle manner. It works well for the film. Edward G. Robinson takes the acting honours in a role he was born for. Being a cultured and well read man in real life served the actor well. His command of English and his diction are impeccable. The film is an adaptation of a successful stage play, where noted theatre actor Cedric Hardwicke took the leading role. The script is well above average, with the emphasis being on character.

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Claudio Carvalho
1938/08/04

The prominent Dr. Clitterhouse (Edward G. Robinson) becomes a burglar to study the criminal mind. After four heist, he meets the fence Jo Keller (Claire Trevor) that has a hotel to cover-up her activities. He decides to team-up with her gang to observe the thieves in action using the alias The Professor and becomes close to Jo. However the gangster "Rocks" Valentine (Humphrey Bogart) decides to get rid of The Professor and double-crosses him up during the heist of a store. When Rocks discover the true identity of The Professor, he blackmails Dr. Clitterhouse that sees only the ultimate crime to resolve the situation: murder. What will happen to Rocks and Dr. Clitterhouse?"The Amazing Dr. Clitterhouse" is a cynical black-humor comedy with Edward G. Robinson and Humphrey Bogart and screenplay by John Huston. The plot is funny, with hilarious situations of Dr. Clitterhouse, a prominent doctor that uses his relationship with the high-society and the chief of police to rob and understand the criminal mind. In the end, is Dr. Clitterhouse sane or insane? My vote is seven.Title (Brazil): Not Available on Blu-Ray or DVD.

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mark.waltz
1938/08/05

Catching a crook on the act gives doctor Edward G. Robinson the idea of delving into the criminal mind. Becoming involved with a gang lead by Humphrey Bogart gives him an eye into their psyches. Suspicious Bogart immediately discovers what he's up to and prepares to blackmail him into continuing (with moll Claire Trevor present) and this leads to a shocking act on Robinson's end.Gripping crime drama with psychological undercurrents gives the former Little Caesar an incredible rile and he chews it up like a lion with raw steak. Trevor too is excellent, adding a vulnerable streak and concern for what could be the outcome for Eddie.All the great Warners character actors are present as Bogart's gang and Donald Crisp adds authority as a surprisingly smart detective. With Gale Page as Robinson's loyal nurse, this is practically fool proof casting wise.With a screenplay by a young John Huston, this is also briskly directed by Anatole Litvak, this ranks as perhaps the smartest of Warners' crime dramas.

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zzippy-2
1938/08/06

Great 30's flick, there's nothing quite like it, which is why this film is a true must-see.I think some reviewers tried to take this one a bit TOO seriously - obviously that wasn't the intention.Suspenseful, intriguing, and very wry.There are just SO many top-notch actors in this one, and they each play the part convincingly. A LOT of eye-candy here, and VERY familiar faces.I just found this to be such a treat on an otherwise gloomy day.If this one doesn't make you grin, you totally missed something.I'm still surprised at how serious and confused some reviewers here are on this one. Come on ! The name of the flick is The Amazing Dr. Clitterhouse !Wake-up, people !

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