Review of From Beyond the Grave (1974) by Brian F — 06 May 2007
The very best of Amicus' horror anthologies, From Beyond the Grave is a creepy, funny and extremely well-made little horror film that outshines by a mile what Hammer was doing during this period. In a film full of great performances, the best are from Donald Pleasence using kindness as a weapon and from Peter Cushing, who combines a Grandfatherly air with a touch of eerie menace.
Of the stories on hand, "The Gate Crasher" is moody but rather traditional, "An Act of Kindness" is interesting, strange brilliance, "The Elemental" is funny but rather uninvolving and "The Door" is quite, quite spooky.
Best of all, the wraparound segments are excellent, with Cushing lording over his cluttered little antique store. All in all, a wonderful British horror film. Check it out.
This review of From Beyond the Grave (1974) was written by Brian F on 06 May 2007.
From Beyond the Grave has generally received positive reviews.
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