Cry for the Strangers
The little coastal town of Clark's Harbor seems like the perfect place for psychiatrist Brad Russell and his wife to get a little peace and spend more time with each other. But the locals don't seem very friendly and every time a storm rolls in another mysterious death occurs... Could an ancient Indian legend of ghostly tribes and human sacrifice have anything to do with it?
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Plot Summary
A successful but lonely psychiatrist, Dr. Elaine Shepard, grapples with the intense emotional toll of her patients' traumas. When a mysterious and disturbed young woman, who may be linked to a series of unsolved murders, becomes her patient, Dr. Shepard finds herself drawn into a dangerous psychological game. She must confront her own vulnerabilities and decipher the truth before she becomes the next victim.
Critical Reception
Cry for the Strangers was a made-for-television film that received moderate attention for its suspenseful plot and strong lead performance. While it explored mature themes and psychological depth, it was generally seen as a competently made thriller within the context of made-for-TV movies of its era. Audience reactions often focused on its tense atmosphere and the unraveling mystery.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its suspenseful pacing and psychological tension.
- Noted Ellen Burstyn's compelling performance as a psychiatrist under duress.
- Considered a solid entry in the made-for-TV thriller genre of the early 1980s.
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Fun Fact
The film was part of a trend of made-for-television movies in the early 1980s that explored darker, more complex psychological themes, often featuring prominent film actors making television appearances.
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