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A series of murders occur that mirror those committed by the Whitechapel Ripper. Through his experiments with psychoanalysis Dr Pritchard discovers a deadly violence in one of his young female patients. As he delves into the recesses of her mind he uncovers that Anna is possessed by her dead father's spirit, willing her to commit acts of gruesome savagery over which she has no control. But the most chilling revelation of all is the identity of her father: Jack the Ripper himself.
In Victorian London, a psychiatrist attempts to unravel the mystery behind a series of brutal murders that bear a striking resemblance to the killings of Jack the Ripper. His investigation leads him to the daughter of the notorious killer, who may be suffering from a dissociative identity disorder, with her repressed alter ego acting out the violent crimes.
Hands of the Ripper received mixed to negative reviews upon its release, with some critics praising its atmosphere and gore for the era, while others found the plot predictable and the acting uneven. It has since gained a cult following among horror enthusiasts for its Hammer Horror sensibilities and its exploration of psychological themes.
Praised for its gothic atmosphere and the unsettling premise.
Criticized for a predictable plot and occasionally weak performances.
Noted for its graphic (for the time) violence and suspenseful moments.
Google audience: Audience reception on Google is not widely available, but general consensus for this type of film suggests appreciation for its throwback horror elements and Hammer Film Productions' signature style, with some viewers finding it a bit dated.
The film was one of the last productions by Hammer Film Productions to be released theatrically in the United States, marking a period of decline for the legendary horror studio.
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This is quite an intriguing take on the established "Ripper" murders - as seen through he eyes of his daughter. She's but a bairn when she sees him at work and is unsurprisingly traumatised by the whole experience. Now grown to adulthood, "...
_**Beware: the daughter of Jack the Ripper is on the loose**_ In 1906 London the troubled daughter of Jack the Ripper (Angharad Rees) is taken in by a sympathetic Freudian psychologist (Eric Porter) who wants to study her condition and “...