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Perhaps a poor man's Hitch?

posted 17 years ago by MissRaedeLarge
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I didn't hate this film or anything; I thought it was okay. Nothing special, but I think Bankhead did great! I almost didn't even recognise Sutherland.

Anyway, did anyone catch the Hitchcockesque moments (i.e. colours/crazy knife-wielding "lady," etc.?)

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[–] Eva1-1 17 years ago

Yes, "Sardony" was right! I was just waiting for the wig to fall off in that second "Hitchcock-like scene."

[–] samskull 17 years ago

Poor Harry deteriorating in the basement sink with the lamp swinging back and forth...

[–] greenbudgie (2355) a year ago

That was the most Psycho-like moment from the film. I have a feeling that the swinging lamp scenario was done before 'Psycho' but Hitchcock was the one who popularized this horror element.

[–] jmillerdp 10 years ago

Richard Matheson provides a good script. But, of course, it's a Hammer film, which means it's purposefully silly and schlocky! So, whatever good thriller it could have been gets lost.

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[–] MissRaedeLarge 10 years ago

Matheson provides a good script

Yes, I actually enjoy these types of stories a lot.

But, of course, it's a Hammer film

Agreed, and I do find them rather fun.

Also, I cannot believe it's been seven years since I've watched this. I think a re-watch might be in order.

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