Master Hyde
Master Hyde

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Master Hyde

1988
Movie
Adult · 18+
60 min
English

An hour of sexual fragmentation — shattered sexual nightmares — explicit, unremitting desire.

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IMDb6.5/10
Director: Richard LoncraineGenres: Drama, History

Plot Summary

The film chronicles the life of Dr. Henry Jekyll, a respected Victorian physician who struggles with his own dark desires. In secret, he creates a potion that allows him to transform into a malevolent alter ego, Mr. Hyde. As Hyde's influence grows, Jekyll becomes increasingly desperate to control his monstrous creation before it consumes him entirely.

Critical Reception

Master Hyde received mixed to positive reviews, with many critics praising the performances of its lead actors, particularly Donald Sutherland's portrayal of Jekyll/Hyde. The film was noted for its ambitious scope and its exploration of themes of duality and repression, though some found its pacing to be uneven.

What Reviewers Say

  • Donald Sutherland's powerful performance anchors the film.

  • Explores the dark side of human nature effectively.

  • A visually rich, though sometimes slow, adaptation of a classic tale.

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Fun Fact

The film was a made-for-television movie, produced by BBC and also distributed theatrically in some regions.

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