The Man Who Changed His Mind
The Man Who Changed His Mind

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The Man Who Changed His Mind

1936
Movie
66 min
English

Dr. Laurence, a once-respectable scientist, begins to research the origin of the mind and the soul. The science community rejects him, and he risks losing everything for which he has worked. He begins to use his discoveries to save his research and further his own causes, thereby becoming ... a mad scientist, almost unstoppable.

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IMDb6.3/10
Director: Robert FloreyGenres: Horror, Sci-Fi, Mystery

Plot Summary

A desperate scientist, Dr. Laurence (Boris Karloff), attempts to find a way to reverse aging and mortality, driven by the loss of his wife. He develops a device that can transfer consciousness between bodies, leading him to experiment on unwilling subjects. As his experiments become more ambitious and ethically questionable, he finds himself entangled in a web of murder and madness.

Critical Reception

Released during a prolific period for horror films, 'The Man Who Changed His Mind' is often seen as a solid, albeit not groundbreaking, entry in the genre. Boris Karloff's performance as the tormented scientist is a highlight, and the film's scientific premise was intriguing for its time. While not as iconic as some of his other roles, it showcases his ability to portray complex, morally ambiguous characters. Audience reception was generally positive for its era, appreciating its suspenseful atmosphere and morbid themes.

What Reviewers Say

  • Boris Karloff delivers a compelling performance as a mad scientist.

  • The film offers an intriguing, if somewhat dated, science fiction premise.

  • Effective atmosphere and suspense for a 1930s horror film.

Google audience: Audience reception data for this film is not readily available.

Fun Fact

The film's original title was 'The Dark Eyes of London', but it was changed to 'The Man Who Changed His Mind' to capitalize on Boris Karloff's popularity following his role as Frankenstein's monster and The Mummy.

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Boris Karloff ("Dr. Laurience") is once again in well trodden guise as a scientist - long shunned by his peers for ideas none too ethical. He employs Anna Lee ("Dr. Wyatt") as his assistant, despite her being advised against it by colleague...