Things to Come

A psychiatrist specializing in phobias attempts to cure his patients, but finds himself drawn into a dangerous world of cults and psychological manipulation. As the lines between reality and delusion blur, he must confront his own inner demons to uncover the truth behind a series of disturbing events.

William Castle's final directorial effort, 'Things to Come,' is a bizarre and often unsettling thriller that polarized critics. While some praised its ambitious, albeit convoluted, psychological themes and Palance's intense performance, others found the plot to be muddled and the scares lacking. Audiences were similarly divided, with some appreciating its unique approach to horror and others dismissing it as overly strange.

• A perplexing psychological thriller with a standout performance from Jack Palance.

• The film struggles with a convoluted plot that undermines its intriguing premise.

• William Castle's unique directorial style is evident, but the execution is uneven.

Google audience: Audience reviews for 'Things to Come' are scarce and varied, with some viewers finding the film to be a fascinating, albeit peculiar, character study, while others found its surreal elements and ambiguous narrative to be more confusing than compelling. The film's cult status means it's appreciated by those who enjoy unconventional thrillers, but it did not resonate widely.

William Castle, known for his elaborate marketing stunts and gimmicks for films like 'House on Haunted Hill' and 'The Tingler,' reportedly intended to include a unique promotional gimmick for 'Things to Come' but it was ultimately not implemented.