Ultimately, this is a disappointing film. There are too many characters for a short film, all except Karloff being predictable and undeveloped. And Karloff has done better work than this. The plot is simplistic and expects the viewer to accept the idea of restoring one to life after being dead. There is a 30's flippancy in the first trial scene that is undoubtedly intended as comic relief but succeeds is doing nothing more than being intrusive. It would seem that a mood would be essential for a horror film, but there is none to be found. Yes, the camera work is more than adequate and the score is at times quite nice. However, there are too many strikes against the film. Hardly a classic, and only worth the effort if this genre of film appeals to you.
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