Sexton Blake and the Mademoiselle (also known as Sexton Blake and Mademoiselle) is a 1935 British crime film directed by Alex Bryce and starring George Curzon, Lorraine Grey, Edgar Norfolk and Raymond Lovell. It was written by Michael Barringer based on the 1930 story "They Shall Repay" by G. H. Teed.
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Preservation status
The British Film Institute National Archive holds a collection of stills but no film or video materials.
Premise
Blake must discover who has stolen from a wealthy financier – and discovers a mysterious woman behind the crime.
Cast
George Curzon as Sexton Blake
Lorraine Grey as Mademoiselle Roxanne
Tony Sympson as Tinker
Edgar Norfolk as Inspector Thomas
Raymond Lovell as Captain
Ian Fleming as Henry Norman
Vincent Holman as Carruthers
Wilson Coleman as Pierre
Critical reception
Kine Weekly wrote: "Alex Bryce wastes no time on frills, but relies almost entirely om illustrated dialogue in telling his story, which, however, is quite clear and not wanting in interest. There as a dash of mild humour and a somewhat disarming 'niceness' about the characters, including the so-called undesirables. Dialogue is profuse and generally natural."
The Daily Film Renter wrote: "Presented to the tune of robust action, the piece should prove acceptable fare for Blake fans, who will be able to find few flaws in the smooth portrayal of the sleuth by George Curzon, who repeats the part he essayed in a previous screen adventure of the Baker Street 'tec. Lorraine Grey, who appears as Roxane, is perhaps a trifle inexperienced, but Tony Sympson is a pleasing Tinker, and Raymond Lovell has his moments as one of the principal heavies."
TV Guide called it "A likable film with the enjoyable Curzon again tackling his Sexton Blake role."