The read
Critics rate it 38 points higher than audiences do. It runs a compact 1h 26m.
Synopsis
An aging hypnotist creates a device that allows the user to control the mind of another person, but his wife abuses its power by manipulating a younger man to commit evil acts.
Ratings
IMDb6.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes100%
Critics rate it 38 points higher than audiences do.
71 audience votes
Key crew
- Michael ReevesDirector
- Michael ReevesScreenplay
- Tom BakerScreenplay
- Paul FerrisOriginal Music Composer
Cast
- Boris KarloffProf. Marcus Monserrat
- Catherine LaceyEstelle Monserrat
- Elizabeth ErcyNicole
- Ian OgilvyMike Roscoe
- Victor HenryAlan
- Sally AdamsLaura Ladd
- Meier TzelnikerThe Jewish Baker
- Gerald CampionCustomer in China Shop
- Susan GeorgeAudrey Woods
- Ivor DeanInsp. Matalon
- Peter FraserDetective George
- Martin TerryTobacconist
Stills
Themes
hypnotist