Review of Dr. Phibes Rises Again (1972) by Nina T — 14 Dec 2007

The sequel is even more psychedelic than the first Phibes movie. The grand finale is quite astounding. Why don't they do movies like this anymore?

This review of Dr. Phibes Rises Again (1972) was written by Nina T on 14 Dec 2007.

Dr. Phibes Rises Again has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Shaun B (772) on 20 May 2012

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By Sam B (1,226) on 26 Aug 2009

This movie was good, great verry close to as good as the first, but who would want to put anything higher than meeting Dr Phibes…

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By Tim S (2,419) on 30 Mar 2012

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By William W (979) on 22 Aug 2016

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By Terri H (1,064) on 11 Oct 2008

No better or worse than the original…

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By Variety Staff (1,156) for Variety (12,700) on 26 Mar 2009

Vincent Price, as Phibes, delivers one of his priceless theatric performances, and Quarry is a properly ruthless rival who nearly matches Phibes…

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By Jessica H (1,882) on 09 May 2011

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By Brad W (876) on 23 Oct 2008

Good enough sequel but the goofy meter runs into the red a few too many times…

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By Justin A (642) on 06 Jul 2015

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