The Other

1972

Drama

Horror

1h 48m

Chilling and eerie, this supernatural tale of good versus evil coils around twin brothers living with their grandmother in a sleepy rural area during the summer of 1935. After his grandmother encourages Niles to develop what seem to be psychic gifts, Niles starts to suspect that his twin may be involved in recent fatal accidents. Surprising twist after twist heightens the sense that a horrifying climax lurks at the edge of the viewer's vision--and the stark finale will have suspense and thriller (Yahoo! Movies)

Directed by:

Robert Mulligan

Written by:

Tom Tryon

Starring:

John Ritter

Uta Hagen

Victor French Diana Muldaur Chris Udvarnoky Martin Udvarnoky Norma Connolly

Genres:

Drama, Horror, Mystery

Country:

USA

Languages:

English, Russian

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1972

Drama

Horror

1h 48m

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Rated 24 Dec 2010

Occasionally overburdened with needless symbolism and rather obvious in its mystery (the novel worked better here) but boosted by its pristine photography, rich 1930s period detail, fine cast, and lovely Jerry Goldsmith score.

Rated 24 Dec 2010

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Rated 21 Jun 2009

This movie disguises itself as a "boy's summer in 1930s" kind of flick, which then begins to turn into an increasing nightmare of murder, secrets and true horror. There's NOTHING supernatural going-on in this movie, by the way. Beautifully filmed, superbly acted, close adaptation of Tom Tryon Best-Selling Novel. A must-see!

Rated 21 Jun 2009

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Zipster

Rated 26 Dec 2014

This carefully directed psychological thriller could be argued as too picturesque, too homesick, for a horror film. But Mulligan's colors are lush, intense and gloomy, cocoa browns and bloody crimsons. They're actually wicked and ominous. And the farm isn't viewed with a restful melancholy, but a ghostly recollection.

Rated 26 Dec 2014

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wetwillies

Rated 26 Oct 2021

Viewed October 23, 2021. Mulligan's key tactic as a filmmaker is his subjective storytelling style, employing long sweeping takes to orient the viewer into a space as it is perceived by his protagonists. This technique translates extremely well to an eerie horror movie where the perception of reality itself is always shifting, and it also helps to make the movie's emotional arc ring much louder.

Rated 26 Oct 2021

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hotsake

Rated 22 Apr 2023

This doesn't always work and I think it goes on for too long but I found the actual story to be pretty chilling.

Rated 22 Apr 2023

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moviesinhell

Rated 26 Dec 2009

This isn't formulaic mainstream pseudo-scare fare in an _Audrey Rose_ vein but a genuinely creepy thriller that sneaks up on the viewer.

Rated 26 Dec 2009

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Gabriel_p

Rated 05 Mar 2022

This movie is 50 years old (!) and it still carries a punch.

Rated 05 Mar 2022

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driscarpin

Rated 30 Sep 2017

DVD Versátil Obras-Primas do Terror Volume 3

Rated 30 Sep 2017

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tipar822

Rated 02 Apr 2017

A big and BORING film, both terms apply.

Rated 02 Apr 2017

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terrymac

Rated 04 Oct 2019

Quite a strong entry in the "horrible little bastard" genre. The start reminded me a bit of those public safety films they showed us in school, before heading off in a number of interesting directions; kept me guessing, anyway. The performances are fine, and the setting feels like it should be idyllic, creating an odd dynamic with the developing unpleasant events. Was actually taken aback by a couple of moments, which is rare these days. Creepy and unsettling - surprised it isn't better known.

Rated 04 Oct 2019

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