The Thirteenth Chair

A seance is held in a darkened room by a wealthy widow, Madame Rosarita, who claims to have supernatural abilities. Her guests, each with their own secrets and motives, gather around a table, unaware that a murder is about to take place. As the night unfolds, accusations fly, and the guests try to uncover the identity of the killer among them, suspecting one of their own.

As one of Tod Browning's early sound films, 'The Thirteenth Chair' received mixed to positive reviews, praised for its suspenseful atmosphere and Browning's signature macabre touch. While some critics noted its stagey origins, its chilling narrative and effective use of early sound technology were generally well-regarded, establishing its place as a notable entry in the early horror and mystery genres.

• Praised for its suspenseful and claustrophobic atmosphere.
• Tod Browning's direction effectively builds dread and mystery.
• The film's reliance on dialogue and stage-like setting was a common point of discussion.

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The film is an adaptation of a popular 1922 Broadway play of the same name, written by Bayard Veiller, and was one of the early sound films to incorporate spoken dialogue and sound effects.