← Back to results
The Seventh Victim
1943 71 min United States of America
★7.2
Horror, Mystery
Director: Mark Robson
Trailers
Description
After young Mary Gibson discovers that her older sister Jacqueline has disappeared, she leaves her boarding school and heads to New York City to track down her sibling. But Mary gets drawn deeper into the mystery.
Budget:
$100,000
Starring
Kim Hunter
Actor
Tom Conway
Actor
Jean Brooks
Actor
Awards
4 nominations total
Key opinion
The Seventh Victim is a distinctively atmospheric Val Lewton production that excels in its moody, existential aesthetic. While the narrative is occasionally criticized for being disjointed or less cohesive than other films in the Lewton cycle, its cryptic nature and striking final act leave a lasting, haunting impression.
| Cinematography | Nicholas Musuraca’s moody cinematography effectively crafts a dark, enigmatic atmosphere that elevates the film beyond its B-movie roots. | |
| Theme | The film’s rich, melancholic thematic depth, centered on existential loneliness and death, provides a sophisticated layer to the horror narrative. | |
| Ending | The conclusion is particularly memorable, providing a haunting and artistically striking final note to the mystery. | |
| Screenplay | The screenplay is viewed as structurally weaker or less focused compared to other Lewton collaborations, leading to a narrative that prioritizes mood over clarity. |