Hue and Cry
The Film that Begs to Differ
Directed by Charles Crichton
Produced by Ealing Studios
A lighthearted, optimistic adventure where resourceful street boys outwit a criminal mastermind through wit and teamwork, set against the rubble of post-war London.
A gang of street boys foil a master crook who sends commands for robberies by cunningly altering a comic strip's wording each week, unknown to writer and printer. The first of the Ealing comedies.
Essence
Ensemble
Like Hue and Cry
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as Hue and Cry
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like Hue and Cry, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like Hue and Cry, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like Hue and Cry, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.
