The read
Critics rate it 26 points higher than audiences do. It runs a compact 1h 25m.
Synopsis
A series of murders occur that mirror those committed by the Whitechapel Ripper. Through his experiments with psychoanalysis Dr Pritchard discovers a deadly violence in one of his young female patients. As he delves into the recesses of her mind he uncovers that Anna is possessed by her dead father's spirit, willing her to commit acts of gruesome savagery over which she has no control. But the most chilling revelation of all is the identity of her father: Jack the Ripper himself.
Ratings
IMDb6.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes88%
Critics rate it 26 points higher than audiences do.
81 audience votes
Key crew
- Peter SasdyDirector
- L.W. DavidsonScreenplay
- Christopher GunningOriginal Music Composer
Cast
- Eric PorterDr. John Pritchard
- Angharad ReesAnna
- Jane MerrowLaura
- Keith BellMichael
- Derek GodfreyDysart
- Dora BryanMrs. Golding
- Marjorie RhodesMrs. Bryant
- Barry LoweMr. Wilson
- Lynda BaronLong Liz
- Marjie LawrenceDolly
- Norman BirdPolice Inspector
- Margaret RawlingsMadame Bullard
Stills
Themes
daughterjack the ripper