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Load of rubbish!!

How sad is this?

The story, direction, characters, and writing/dialogue is akin to taking a tranquilizer shot to the neck, but everything else was so well done.

The acting in this movie is really good.

Though impossible to know, I'd be willing to bet Jack London himself would have approved of this gritty and tension-filled treatment of his work, it's exceedingly rare that a well-known literary classic, also equals a classic film of the same name - but such is the case for: Jack London's "The Sea Wolf". Directed by Mike Curtiz and released in 1941, this black and white drama on the high seas is one of a handful of drama's I like, everything seems to gel just right, starting with it's terrific casting and fine acting, most especially that of Edward G. Robinson's Oscar-worthy performance in the central role of Captain Wolf Larson. Greatness abounds from the very start in this classic film, with its striking opening title sequence, powerfully enhanced by the best opening theme of Erich Wolfgang Korngolds career, his music fits the film perfectly. Since this is primarily dramatic material, what action there is takes a backseat to an assortment odious personalities and clashing of wills among members of the crew aboard the Ghost, which is the name of Larson's ship, a whaling schooner - but known as a Hell Ship by it's crew.The main point of emphasis of the film is the plight of its principal characters (Ida Lupino, John Garfield and Alexander Knox), who were either forced aboard (by press gang tactic's) fished out of the sea (ship wreck victims) or in Garfield's case, willingly came aboard and the constant air of angst and growing discontent, that's palpable throughout the film. Not enough credit can be given to Edward G. Robinson for his performance, very easily one of his finest hours; beside him are some very colorful and entertaining crew mates, particularly "Cooky", played by the diminutive scene-stealer extraordinaire Barry Fitzgerald. Based upon a solid literary foundation, masterful in it's buildup of mutinous tension and suspense and it's terrifically bleak and cruel atmosphere, The Sea Wolf is an A-rate drama in every sense of the word. Watch it - you won't regret it.Now here's a nugget of interest, for some at least, on the matter of ancient celluloid - long lost. On it's initial release 75 years ago in 1941, the film ran about 15 minutes longer than current prints, however those long-playing prints are now supposedly all lost. Though there has long been rumored of such a print existing in vault owned by the late John Garfield who starred in the film. Naturally, as good as everything else is about The Sea Wolf, I for one would love to see that missing footage. You know John Garfield has been dead since 1952, is this rumored vault really STILL sealed??? Kinda taking on a King Tut's tomb quality isn't it. A Cinematic Intrigue (of cinematic treasure).The Sea Wolf remains one of the great mysteries of home video (or of Warner Video) and as of May 2016 it's yet to be issued on DVD or Blu-ray. It exists on archaic dust-covered VHS, however it's 2016, who watches tapes any more. Catch it on TCM, that's your best option. A real shame this classic film doesn't get the treatment and respect it deserves. WTF WB!!! WTF!!!???**Update** Elated to report that Warner Bros has f-i-n-a-l-l-y released The Sea Wolf on Blu-ray and to put it simply, this 76 year-old film has never looked better and now beautifully rendered in Hi-Def. Also, having been restored to it's original play length of 100 minutes The Sea Wolf now - once again - has all of it's teeth.

First-rate film based on the Jack London novel about sadistic sea captain Wolf Larsen (Edward G. Robinson), who rules with an iron fist. His authority is challenged by the presence of three new people on his ship -- a writer (Alexander Knox) and two fugitives (Ida Lupino, John Garfield). A gripping drama with some truly brilliant character work from an extraordinary cast, led by the incomparable Edward G. Robinson. I first saw this movie many years ago and Robinson's intense performance made me a fan of his for life. Great work from Alexander Knox, John Garfield, Ida Lupino, Howard da Silva, and Gene Lockhart. Special mention for scene-stealing Barry Fitzgerald, who is clearly having a field day with his part. Michael Curtiz's atmospheric direction and Robert Rossen's wonderful script are also big pluses. This is a wonderful movie that any classic film fan should enjoy. Old Hollywood filmmaking at its finest.

No doubt this film is perfectly watchable, mostly due to its relatively short running time, but yet is a very flawed film. The character's development is very shallow, and definitely it lacked depth to explain the supposed 'love triangle'. There is also no explanation of the why the 'brother' was chasing the villain. Even if there is a deep symbolism on it, still does not make any sense. The captain was a very despicable being, but i didn't understand why the prisoners were waiting him to became blind. They were the majority against one. It didn't make sense, and neither the sacrifice of the protagonist in the end as well. I did understand he loved the woman, but i don't understand why he loved her. Didn't make sense. There is no hint in the film that their relationship was even convincing, to be sincere. The special effects were good for the age, i think. Good use of fogs. The fact that it's a black and white film also helped in that aspect. A watchable film. 5.6/10

Sea Wolf, The (1941) **** (out of 4) The never given his due Michael Curtiz directs this terrific adaptation of Jack London's story about a evil Captain (Edward G. Robinson) who meets his match with three new members aboard his ship. You've got a writer (Alexander Knox) and two fugitives (John Garfield, Ida Lupino) who start to see through the sadistic Captain. This is a terrific little adventure film from Warner that really packs a punch in various departments. Curtiz handles the story and action very well and it's rather amazing that to this day he's never really gotten the credit that he deserves. I think it's due to the fact that he was a director for hire but just look at how many great films he delivered in so many genres. The greatest thing in the film are the wonderful performances from the four leads as well as the supporting players including Barry Fitzgerald and Gene Lockhart. Robinson gives one of his greatest performances making you hate the Captain with a passion but at the same time feeling sorry for him. Garfield is very powerful in his role and Lupino is terrific as well.