The Hang Up

A former actress, whose career has stalled, finds herself increasingly disturbed by strange phone calls. These calls seem to be made by her former lover's new young wife, who is also being terrorized by the same mysterious voice. As the situation escalates, the line between reality and hallucination blurs, leading to a suspenseful and chilling climax.

The Hang Up, also known as What Ever Happened to Aunt Alice?, received mixed to negative reviews upon its release. Critics often pointed to its convoluted plot and reliance on shock value, though some acknowledged the performances of its veteran leads. Audiences were divided, with some appreciating the gothic atmosphere and suspense, while others found it disappointing.

• Praised for the presence of established actresses like Joan Crawford and Geraldine Page.

• Criticized for its illogical plot progression and often melodramatic tone.

• Noted for its attempts at psychological horror and suspense, though often falling short.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce for this film, but general sentiment suggests a divisive reception. Some viewers found it a compelling, albeit dated, thriller with strong lead performances, while others considered it to be slow-paced and confusing.

The film was originally intended to be a sequel to Robert Aldrich's "What Ever Happened to Baby Jane?" and was later retitled "What Ever Happened to Aunt Alice?" for its re-release, though it has no narrative connection to the earlier film.