The Abominable Dr. Phibes (1971) is a movie I DVRd last Halloween on Turner Classic Movies (TCM). The storyline follows a man who lost his wife and wants revenge on everyone he feels is responsible. He will make headway on his mission and relax from his actions behind an organ playing for his lost wife. Will the man accomplish his mission or will those around him uncover his dastardly deeds.
This movie is directed by Robert Fuest (Aphrodite) and stars Vincent Price (The Raven), Joseph Cotten (The Third Man), Virginia North (Deadlier than the Male), Terry-Thomas (School for Scoundrels), Susan Travers (The Avengers) and Maurice Kaufmann (Gorgo).
I always enjoy the depiction of the era with the attire, cool masked parties and dialogue. This has a phantom of the opera feel to it. I always feel like they drag out scenes with him at the organ or showing his depression about his wife. The kill scenes are pretty good and the reveal at the end is excellent.
Overall this is far from one of Price's better pictures but it's still a fun performance that's a must see. I would score this a 6.5-7/10 and recommend seeing it once.
This movie is directed by Robert Fuest (Aphrodite) and stars Vincent Price (The Raven), Joseph Cotten (The Third Man), Virginia North (Deadlier than the Male), Terry-Thomas (School for Scoundrels), Susan Travers (The Avengers) and Maurice Kaufmann (Gorgo).
I always enjoy the depiction of the era with the attire, cool masked parties and dialogue. This has a phantom of the opera feel to it. I always feel like they drag out scenes with him at the organ or showing his depression about his wife. The kill scenes are pretty good and the reveal at the end is excellent.
Overall this is far from one of Price's better pictures but it's still a fun performance that's a must see. I would score this a 6.5-7/10 and recommend seeing it once.