Scalpel
Director: John Grissmer
Actors: Robert Lansing, Judith Chapman, Arlen Dean Snyder
PlotDr. Phillip Reynolds, a corrupt plastic surgeon, becomes entangled in a scheme to claim a large inheritance following the disappearance of his niece, Heather. Driven by greed, Reynolds discovers a young stripper named Jane who bears a striking resemblance to Heather. He convinces her to undergo extensive plastic surgery to take on Heather's identity. With Jane now transformed and trained to mimic Heather's mannerisms, the duo sets out to deceive Heather's father and secure the family fortune.
As Jane adjusts to her new life and the deception deepens, the psychological and moral ramifications start to take their toll on both her and Dr. Reynolds. The newly created ‘Heather’ attracts the attention and suspicion of those around her, straining their ability to maintain the charade. The tension escalates as unforeseen complications arise, putting their entire plan at risk and pushing all involved towards a breaking point.
Writers: John Grissmer, Joseph Weintraub
Release Date: 01 Jan 1977
Runtime: 95 min
Rating: R
Country: United States
Language: English
Home Video Reviews
Scalpel's bizarre southern soap opera narrative is uplifted by Arrow Video's strong technical presentation and enjoyable supplemental package.
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