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The Scapegoat (1959)
Rate:
3
Viewed:
6/14
6/14:
The Scapegoat is a motion picture that allowed my mind to wander a lot.
There's a twist near the end, and once it happens, it's a mere formality to tie up the final loose end.
Most of the buildup is tedious to sit through because the plot isn't believable enough.
Although it's a bit of a challenge to film Alec Guinness and his double simultaneously, the whole thing is annoying, having seen
this in past films. Bette Davis, albeit in a small role, obviously overacts. It's probably
how she landed the part for What Ever Happened to Baby Jane?
All in all, The Scapegoat isn't what I call a well-made picture, especially for 1959 when the early 40's is more
appropriate.