A single mom is raped by an invisible force. Her psychiatrist believes the experience stems from childhood trauma, while she knows something supernatural is at play.
A single mother in suburban Los Angeles begins to experience escalating and brutal sexual assaults by an invisible, supernatural entity. Initially disbelieved and institutionalized, she eventually seeks the help of parapsychologists to understand and combat the terrifying force that is tormenting her.
The Entity was met with mixed to positive reviews, with many critics commending Barbara Hershey's intense performance and the film's unsettling atmosphere. Some found the subject matter disturbing and exploitative, while others praised its psychological depth and effective scares.
Google audience: Audiences found the film to be genuinely terrifying and unsettling, with many highlighting Barbara Hershey's brave performance. However, some viewers felt the film was too graphic and disturbing, making it a challenging watch.
Nominated for one Saturn Award for Best Horror Film. Barbara Hershey received a Golden Globe nomination for Best Actress – Motion Picture Drama.
The film is based on the alleged true story of Doris Bither, whose case was investigated by parapsychologists Barry Taff and Kerry Gaynor.
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