The Darker Side of Terror
A psychological thriller about a research biologist who, angered when an associate is given a position over him based on stolen research findings, agrees to assist his former professor in a cloning experiment in which a duplicate of himself is created -- and which then, with a mind and will of its own, falls in love with the biologist's wife.
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Plot Summary
A convicted killer, on death row for the murder of his wife and her lover, claims he was possessed by a demon. Dr. Robert H. R. K. Mann, a psychiatrist, becomes fascinated by the case and begins to believe the prisoner's claims, delving into the dark and dangerous world of demonic possession and exorcism. As Mann gets closer to the truth, he finds himself increasingly threatened by supernatural forces.
Critical Reception
The Darker Side of Terror is a made-for-television horror film that garnered a mixed-to-positive reception upon its release. While some critics praised its attempt to explore themes of demonic possession and its suspenseful atmosphere, others found its pacing uneven and its special effects dated. It has since developed a cult following among fans of 1970s horror.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its ambitious exploration of demonic possession.
- Noted for its suspenseful build-up and eerie atmosphere.
- Criticized for its sometimes slow pacing and dated visual effects.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce for this older made-for-TV film, but those available often highlight its effective scares and intriguing premise, particularly for its time.
Fun Fact
The film was one of several made-for-television horror movies in the late 1970s that attempted to capitalize on the success of 'The Exorcist'.
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