The Man Who Was Sherlock Holmes

1937·Movie

1h 46min

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About

Two dubious characters disguise themselves as Holmes and Watson to gain attention and end up chasing counterfeiters and stolen stamps.

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Genres: Buddy Film Parody
Mood: WhimsicalFunnyLight-Hearted
Themes: Crime And PunishmentIdentity CrisisGood Vs. EvilUnlikely Friendships
Plot: Mistaken IdentityRedemption ArcChase ScenesUncovering Hidden IdentitiesStolen ArtifactsCounterfeiting Scheme
Pacing: Fast-PacedTwisting
Dialog: Witty BanterFast-Paced Exchanges
Character Types: SidekickImpostor
Humor: Situational ComedyPhysical ComedyWordplay
Time: 1930s
Place: Urban CityscapeElegant Homes
Cinematic Style: Black And White CinematographyHigh Contrast Lighting
Costume and Set: Period-Accurate CostumesElegant Interiors

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Crew

Directed by:

Karl Hartl, Fritz Arno Wagner, Karl Plintzner

Produced by:

Alfred Greven

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