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A mentally unstable man, who has been kept in isolation for years, escapes and causes trouble for his identical twin brother.
In a small Florida town, Dr. Paul Holland has a hidden secret: his twin brother, the seemingly harmless but actually deranged "Gog" Holland, is kept locked away in the attic. When Gog escapes, he begins a spree of terror, leaving behind a trail of mysterious deaths. The local police, baffled by the occurrences, suspect Dr. Holland himself is responsible for these gruesome crimes.
Among the Living was met with moderate success upon its release, praised for its suspenseful atmosphere and Albert Dekker's dual performance. While not a critical darling, it was recognized as an effective B-movie thriller that delivered on its horror elements.
Praised for its chilling premise and effective suspense.
Albert Dekker's performance as the dual brothers was a standout element.
A solid, if somewhat formulaic, horror-thriller from the era.
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The film is notable for its early exploration of split personality and mental illness within the horror genre, featuring a strong performance from Albert Dekker in a dual role.
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For five thousand dollars, I'm not afraid of anything, not even death! Among the Living is directed by Stuart Heisler and written by Garrett Fort and Lester Cole. It stars Albert Dekker, Susan Hayward, Harry Carey and Frances Farmer. Mu...
For five thousand dollars, I'm not afraid of anything, not even death! Among the Living is directed by Stuart Heisler and written by Garrett Fort and Lester Cole. It stars Albert Dekker, Susan Hayward, Harry Carey and Frances Farmer. Mus...