August 24, 1937 –
William Wyler’s crime-drama film, Dead End, opened in NYC on this date.
William Wyler originally wanted to film on location on the streets of New York, but producer Samuel Goldwyn insisted that the movie be made in the studio. Art director Richard Day was assigned to design the sets and made one of the most convincing and elaborate sets in film history.
The Haus of Dcaligari 