Panico en El Transiberiano, also known as Horror Express, is a thrilling Spanish-British horror movie directed by Eugenio Martin in 1972. The movie includes a talented cast of actors such as Christopher Lee, Peter Cushing, and Alberto de Mendoza. The plot of the movie revolves around a mysterious creature that terrorizes the passengers on the Trans-Siberian railway. The creature is believed to be a primitive man who is awakened from his frozen state after being discovered in a cave in Manchuria.
The story begins when Professor Alexander Saxton (Christopher Lee), a well-known scientist, boards the Trans-Siberian Express with a valuable fossilized creature that he has discovered. Also onboard are Dr. Wells (Peter Cushing), a rival scientist, and Countess Irina Petrovska (Silvia Tortosa), who may have a connection to the mysterious creature. However, they soon discover that the creature is not as dead as they had thought, and it begins to kill passengers and crew members one by one.
The tension in the movie builds as the passengers begin to suspect each other of being responsible for the murders. The mystery deepens when the creature's ability to absorb the memories of its victims is revealed. This leads to tense moments as the passengers try to outsmart the creature while also trying to save their lives.
Christopher Lee and Peter Cushing give memorable performances as scientists who are forced to work together to stop the creature from doing further harm. Alberto de Mendoza also gives a standout performance as Father Pujardov, a fanatical priest who becomes fascinated with the creature's powers and will do anything to protect it.
The movie's suspenseful atmosphere is enhanced by the claustrophobic setting of the Trans-Siberian railway. The confined spaces create a sense of vulnerability for the passengers and increase the tension as they try to navigate their way through the train while being hunted by the creature.
The creature's design is also noteworthy, with its glowing red eyes and wild, savage demeanor. The makeup and special effects used to create the creature are impressive and add to the overall terror of the movie.
Panico en El Transiberiano is a classic horror movie that will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very end. It combines elements of mystery, suspense, and horror to create a unique and memorable viewing experience. The talented cast and expert direction make this a movie that horror fans will not want to miss.
Panico en El Transiberiano is a 1973 horror movie with a runtime of 1 hour and 28 minutes.
It has received mostly positive reviews from critics and viewers, who have given it an IMDb score of 6.5 and a MetaScore of 68.
