The Face at the Window 1939
"THRILL PILED ON CHILL"
Step back to 1880 Paris, where the sinister shadow of "The Wolf" looms over the city's underbelly in *The Face at the Window (1939)*, a gripping pre-Code drama-horror hybrid directed by George King.
Director: George King
Cast
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Face at the Window (1939) about?
Set in 1880s Paris, this drama-horror film follows a bank heist gone wrong and the sinister Chevalier Lucio del Gardo, who exploits a family's wealth and daughter's hand in marriage to secure his twisted ambitions. The story intertwines class conflict, forbidden romance, and a reign of terror tied to the infamous criminal "The Wolf."
Who directed The Face at the Window?
George King directed *The Face at the Window (1939)*, known for his work in early British horror and crime thrillers.
Who stars in The Face at the Window?
The film stars Tod Slaughter as the menacing Chevalier Lucio del Gardo, alongside Marjorie Taylor as Cecile, John Warwick as Lucien Cortier, and Aubrey Mallalieu in a supporting role.
Is The Face at the Window (1939) worth watching?
If you enjoy pre-Code thrillers with gothic atmosphere and morally complex villains, *The Face at the Window (1939)* delivers. Though unrated, its blend of horror and drama offers a compelling snapshot of 1930s cinema, especially for fans of Tod Slaughter's over-the-top menace.
How long is The Face at the Window?
The Face at the Window (1939) has a runtime of 65 minutes.
About The Face at the Window (1939) — A Pre-Code Horror-Drama with Tod Slaughter's Dark Charm
Step back to 1880 Paris, where the sinister shadow of "The Wolf" looms over the city's underbelly in *The Face at the Window (1939)*, a gripping pre-Code drama-horror hybrid directed by George King. The story unfolds when the Brisson Bank becomes the target of robbery and murder, thrusting the enigmatic Chevalier Lucio del Gardo into a high-stakes game of wealth and peril. His offer to secure the bank's gold—on the condition he marries the owner's daughter, Cecile—unravels a web of class divides, forbidden love, and deadly secrets. With Tod Slaughter's chilling presence as the sinister del Gardo, this atmospheric thriller blends Victorian intrigue with gothic dread, where every shadow could hide a face at the window.
Fueled by gothic tension and moral ambiguity, *The Face at the Window (1939)* explores themes of power, betrayal, and the cost of ambition against a backdrop of opulent decay. The film's concise 65-minute runtime keeps the suspense taut, as Cecile's defiance and Lucien's loyalty collide with del Gardo's ruthless schemes. Under King's direction, the movie balances drama and horror with a dash of social commentary, making it a cult curiosity for fans of early horror who crave both thrills and historical flavor.