Nightmare

A young boy, Danny, is sent to live with his grandmother, a seemingly kind woman with a dark secret. Danny begins to experience terrifying nightmares and strange occurrences, hinting at a sinister past connected to his family. As the boundaries between reality and his nightmares blur, Danny must uncover the truth before he becomes a victim of the escalating horror.

Nightmare, also known as 'What's the Matter with Helen?' or 'The Night Visitor', received mixed to negative reviews upon its release. Critics often cited its slow pacing and confusing plot, though Bette Davis's performance was occasionally singled out for praise. Audiences were divided, with some appreciating the psychological suspense and others finding it unsatisfying.

• The film suffers from a convoluted narrative that struggles to maintain suspense.

• Bette Davis delivers a characteristically intense performance, though it's not enough to elevate the material.

• The unsettling atmosphere and psychological elements are present but not fully realized.

Google audience: Audience reception data for 'Nightmare' (1970) is not readily available through common review aggregators.

The film was originally intended to be titled 'What's the Matter with Helen?' and was later re-edited and released under the title 'Nightmare' in some markets.