The Night Of the Hunter

As you said, Night of the Hunter is 70 yrs old. In my experience films or TV shows hold a long lasting impact because of the effect on the time period. for example, Silence of The Lambs was filmed in the 90's and still has a massive following today. It wasn't the first horror/ suspense film at the time but the camera shots; the lighting the symbolism the entire piece of work was brought together to play with the an individuals head. this snared the attention of viewers everywhere and kept them locked in for as long as possible. In the case of Night of the Hunter The play on religion and the effect of it on the lives of the people in the film; and the lives of the viewers it would definitely resonate. Symbolism drives home ideas and representation breeds connections. I am sure that around the time of this films release many families were struggling and every family that has ever struggled can understand the desire to provide for their families. robbing a bank doesn't seem so far fetched. The use of religion in the film prayed upon people who were deeply religious too; I feel that the use incited a vague sense of agreement with the false pastor and  thoroughly conflicted with his attitude. somehow i feel many agreed with what he says which...