The read
It runs a compact 1h 2m.
Synopsis
Dr. John Garth conducting an innovative medical experiment aimed at prolonging life and combating aging. The experiment takes an unexpected turn, placing the doctor in a confrontation with the ethics of his work and the consequences of his research.
Ratings
IMDb6.1/10
35 audience votes
Key crew
- Robert Hardy AndrewsScreenplay
- Nick GrindéDirector
Cast
- Boris KarloffDr. John Garth
- Evelyn KeyesMartha Garth
- Bruce BennettDr. Paul Ames
- Don BeddoeCapt. McGraw
- Edward Van SloanDr. Ralph Howard
- Ben TaggartWarden Thompson
- Pedro de CordobaVictor Sondini
- Wright KramerGeorge Wharton
- Bertram MarburghStephen Barclay
- Robert FiskeDistrict Attorney
- Frank RichardsOtto Kron - Convict
- Kenneth MacDonaldAnson, Prison Guard
Stills
Themes
experimentmad scientistmurderdoctorpianistpardonsplit personalityanti-agingmercy killingconvicted murderer