Scream and Scream Again
Director: Gordon Hessler
Actors: Vincent Price, Christopher Lee, Peter Cushing
PlotIn a dystopian and politically charged world, a series of mysterious and gruesome events unfold across Europe and England. The film opens with a young runner collapsing during a jog and awakening in a hospital to find that parts of his body have been systematically amputated. Concurrently, a sadistic serial killer is on the loose, abducting women and draining them of their blood. These bizarre occurrences intersect with the investigations led by Inspector Bellaver, who is determined to uncover the truth behind these seemingly unrelated atrocities. As the inspector delves deeper into the case, he uncovers a web of intrigue involving a clandestine scientific organization engaged in macabre experiments.
Elsewhere, in a totalitarian state, political unrest emerges when an influential official, Fremont, discovers monstrous conspiracies within the higher ranks of the government. As layers of deception and horror are peeled back, connections between the nefarious experiments and the state secrets begin to emerge. The plot intensifies as various characters' paths converge, unveiling shocking truths about identity, synthetic humans, and the boundaries of scientific ethics. The narrative weaves together themes of horror, political intrigue, and science fiction, creating a chilling tapestry of suspense and terror that leaves audiences questioning the interplay between humanity and technology.
Writers: Christopher Wicking, Peter Saxon
Release Date: 13 Feb 1970
Runtime: 95 min
Rating: R
Country: United Kingdom
Language: English
Home Video Reviews
"Scream and Scream Again" is an intriguing but disjointed sci-fi/espionage/horror blend with excellent supplements and improved audio/video, making it worth a look for cult enthusiasts.
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