THE DEVIL WITH HITLER

Cinemavixion Review

In "The Devil with Hitler," a peculiar gem from 1942, the diabolical hierarchy faces a unique HR crisis. The premise, as outlined by both YouTube's description and external data, is delightfully absurd: the Devil himself is on probation, with Adolf Hitler looming as a potential replacement should he fail to elicit a single good deed from the notorious dictator. This short film, directed by Gordon Douglas and featuring Alan Mowbray, Bobby Watson, and George E. Stone, plunges into a series of Three Stooges-esque routines, showcasing the Devil's increasingly desperate attempts to guide Hitler towards virtue. While external data lists the genre as 'Short, Comedy,' the YouTube description emphasizes the 'Three Stooges routines,' hinting at the slapstick and satirical tone. Despite its niche status and a modest IMDb rating of 5.2, the film offers a fascinating, albeit dated, glimpse into wartime propaganda through the lens of dark comedy, challenging viewers to find humor in the most unlikely of circumstances.