Much in the style of the later released The Cat and the Canary this movie is not as atmospheric or visual stunning but it isn't any less exciting. I would say "The Bat" is more action packed and the characters show some more depth. All of them get a proper introduction. I especially liked Louise Fazenda as the nervous maid Lizzie and Emily Fitzroy as the aunt who the previous opposite remaining calm under any circumstances never letting go her embroidery. Not to forget Eddie Gribbon as detective Anderson who finds himself pretty smart but should really get a lesson in bravery. And than there is of course the presence of the spooky bat figure. The bat logo which was shown to creep out and scare away the house guests was cleverly done and might have been the inspiration for the Batman character from the comics. The only negative thing is there is maybe too many characters which makes it hard to follow.
Review of The Bat
