Review of High Wall

High Wall (1947)
8/10
High Wall-Tall Thriller ***
12 March 2008
Warning: Spoilers
Something different for Robert Taylor. He stars as a possible insane killer who tries to prove his innocence.

The film also showcases the acting talent of Audrey Totter. For a change, she is in a major role and not relegated to the many supporting roles she did in films.

Much of the action takes place in an asylum where Taylor is committed after allegedly strangling his wife.

Marshall Thompson is wonderful as the sinister boss who is the killer.

The black and white photography depict the trouble that Taylor is in as he tries to prove his innocence. At first, Taylor did not want any help thinking that he was guilty. He thought that he could use his brain disorder on his behalf. When his mother suddenly dies, he needs to raise his 6 year old son.

Totter is the compassionate psychologist who takes the child in and gradually comes to realize that Taylor is an innocent victim.

This is a very interesting psychological thriller.
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