It’s time to take a look at another older Blu-ray title. Do you like supernatural thrillers? Well this one stars none other than Richard Burton and is from 1978.
The Medusa Touch Blu-ray review, the film actually released back in 2014 on Blu-ray thanks to Network.
- The Medusa Touch (1978)
- Genre: Horror, Thriller
- Directed by Jack Gold
- UK Rating PG
- Discs: 1
- Released By Network
- Blu-ray Released: 15 September 2014
Plot
A French detective, Brunel is on an exchange scheme in London. He is given the case of the apparent murder of novelist John Morlar. However as they soon discover whilst examining the scene of the crime the victim is still alive despite suffering severe head injuries.
As Brunel continues to investigate it becomes clear that Morlar has powerful psychokinetic abilities.
Style / Direction
Directed by Jack Gold with Arthur Ibbetson handling the cinematography.
Music / Audio Effects
The film’s score comes from Michael J. Lewis.
Acting / Characters
A really great cast has you fully invested into finding out just what is really happening.
Look at the names included below such as Lee Remick, Harry Andrews, Jeremy Brett, Michael Hordern, Gordon Jackson and Derek Jacobi to name just a few. The acting is excellent is you might expect from this group of actors.
Cast
- Richard Burton as John Morlar
- Lino Ventura as Brunel
- Lee Remick as Zonfeld
- Harry Andrews as Assistant Commissioner
- Alan Badel as Barrister
- Marie-Christine Barrault as Patricia
- Jeremy Brett as Edward Parrish
- Michael Hordern as Fortune Teller
- Gordon Jackson as Dr. Johnson
- Derek Jacobi as Publisher
- Robert Lang as Pennington
- Michael Byrne as Duff
- John Normington as Schoolmaster
- Robert Flemyng as Judge McKinley
- Philip Stone as Dean
- Malcolm Tierney as Deacon
- Norman Bird as Father
- Jennifer Jayne as Mother
- Avril Elgar as Mrs. Pennington
- James Hazeldine as Lovelass
Conclusion: The Medusa Touch (1978) Film Review
A great cast and story really does make for an outstanding supernatural thriller.
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Conclusion: The Medusa Touch Blu-ray Review
The picture quality is good, it’s a nice clean and sharp print. In fact this is a very good release from Network.
Extras
- Audio Commentary with director Jack Gold
- Destroying the Abbey: Behind The Scenes Footage
- Original Theatrical Trailer
- Image Gallery
Purchase Information
The Medusa Touch (1978) is available now on Blu-ray from Amazon in the UK.
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The Medusa Touch (1978) Film Trailer
For those of you yet to see the film I’ll leave you with a little taster…
Clip may NOT be representative of the Blu-ray version
Popcorn Cinema Rating: The Medusa Touch (1978)
MOVIE RATING: VERY GOOD
BLU-RAY RATING: VERY GOOD
POPCORN CINEMA: RECOMMENDED
That concludes my The Medusa Touch Blu-ray review, I’m aiming to review more thrillers soon. What’s next? Check back soon…
Summary: The Medusa Touch (1978) Blu-ray Review
Movie title: The Medusa Touch (1978)
Duration: 109 mins
Director(s): Jack Gold
Actor(s): Richard Burton, Lino Ventura, Lee Remick, Harry Andrews
Genre: Horror, Thriller
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Summary
A great cast and story really does make for an outstanding supernatural thriller.
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