Night of the Eagle
Night of the Eagle

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Night of the Eagle

1962
Movie
90 min
English

A woman who may be a witch defends her husband from forces attempting to harm him.

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IMDb6.3/10
Director: Sidney FurieGenres: Horror, Thriller

Plot Summary

A professor of the occult, Dr. Henry Bedlo, investigates a series of mysterious deaths that seem linked to witchcraft and a magical amulet. As he delves deeper into the dark arts, he finds himself targeted by the same malevolent forces he is trying to understand. Bedlo must race against time to uncover the truth before he becomes the next victim.

Critical Reception

Night of the Eagle is considered a cult classic within the horror genre, appreciated for its atmospheric tension and unique supernatural themes. While it may not have achieved mainstream blockbuster status, it has garnered a dedicated following among horror enthusiasts for its psychological chills and unsettling portrayal of witchcraft.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its chilling atmosphere and effective suspense.

  • Appreciated for its unique take on witchcraft and the occult.

  • Some found the pacing occasionally slow but overall effective in building dread.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce for this older film, but those available tend to highlight its effectiveness as a supernatural thriller, particularly appreciating its vintage horror elements and the performances.

Fun Fact

The film is also known as 'Burn, Witch, Burn!' in some markets, a title that better reflects its supernatural horror elements and the escalating danger faced by its characters.

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John Chard

John Chard

The Devil: The Principle of Evil. Night of the Eagle (AKA: Burn, Witch, Burn!) is directed by Sidney Hayers and adapted to screenplay by Charles Beaumont, Richard Matheson and George Baxt from the novel "Conjure Wife" written by Fritz Le...

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