Top 10 Crime Films in the Fog

Description: Alfred Hitchcock's thriller involves a kidnapping and a plot to assassinate a foreign dignitary. The fog in London plays a crucial role in the climax, adding to the suspense and tension.

Fact: This was Hitchcock's second adaptation of the same story, the first being in

Description: This classic Sherlock Holmes adaptation uses the foggy moors of Dartmoor as a backdrop for a tale of murder and mystery. The fog not only sets the mood but also plays a crucial role in the plot.

Fact: This was the first film to feature Sherlock Holmes in colour, and the fog was created using a combination of dry ice and smoke machines to achieve the eerie effect.

Description: While not strictly a crime film, John Carpenter's 'The Fog' uses the fog as a backdrop for a chilling tale of revenge, which involves a group of criminals who wronged a ship's crew. The fog here is both literal and metaphorical, shrouding the town in secrets.

Fact: The film was shot in Point Reyes, California, where the natural fog was so thick that it often delayed filming. Also, the fog was created using dry ice, which was a technical challenge for the crew.

Description: Although not strictly a crime film, this movie involves the hunt for two man-eating lions in Kenya, which could be seen as a crime against nature. The fog of the African plains adds to the tension and mystery.

Fact: The film was based on real events, and the lions were known as the Tsavo maneaters, responsible for the deaths of over 135 people.

Description: This documentary isn't about crime in the traditional sense but explores the moral fog surrounding decisions made during wartime, which often involve criminal acts. The fog here is metaphorical, representing the uncertainty and ethical dilemmas of war.

Fact: The film features interviews with Robert S. McNamara, former U.S. Secretary of Defense, providing a unique insight into the decision-making process during the Vietnam War.

Description: A remake of the 1980 film, this version also uses fog as a central element, this time with a modern twist on the original story of vengeful spirits emerging from the fog to seek justice for past crimes.

Fact: The film was directed by Rupert Wainwright, who aimed to modernize the original while keeping its eerie atmosphere intact. The fog effects were enhanced using CGI.

Description: A remake of the 1980 film, this version also uses fog as a central element, this time with a modern twist on the original story of vengeful spirits emerging from the fog to seek justice for past crimes.

Fact: The film was directed by Rupert Wainwright, who aimed to modernize the original while keeping its eerie atmosphere intact. The fog effects were enhanced using CGI.

Description: While primarily a ghost story, this film has elements of crime with its investigation into a series of mysterious deaths. The fog of the English countryside adds to the film's chilling atmosphere.

Fact: The film was shot in various locations in England, including the historic town of Halton Gill, where the fog naturally occurs, enhancing the film's eerie setting.

Description: Set in Victorian London, this film follows a detective investigating a series of gruesome murders. The fog of London's East End adds to the eerie atmosphere, making the hunt for the killer even more intense.

Fact: The film is based on Peter Ackroyd's novel 'Dan Leno and the Limehouse Golem'. The real-life music hall star Dan Leno is portrayed in the film, adding a historical touch to the narrative.

Description: Another remake of the 1980 film, this version focuses more on the crime aspect with a group of criminals who wronged a ship's crew, leading to a supernatural revenge. The fog is both a literal and metaphorical element.

Fact: This version was released directly to video and aimed to modernize the story while keeping the core elements of the original.