Two Faces Of Dr. Jekyll, The

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  • 1961
  • 1 hr 28 min

The Two Faces of Dr. Jekyll is a classic horror film from 1960 that takes audiences on a twisting and turning journey through the mind of a brilliant but disturbed scientist. The film stars Paul Massie as both Dr. Henry Jekyll and his darker alter ego, Mr. Edward Hyde, as well as Dawn Addams as Kitty Jekyll, the good doctor's long-suffering wife. Directed by Terence Fisher and produced by Hammer Film Productions, the movie is a stylish and atmospheric adaptation of Robert Louis Stevenson's timeless novel, "The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde."

The story opens on a lavish party thrown by Dr. Jekyll, a wealthy and respected physician and researcher who is eager to celebrate his latest breakthrough in the field of medicine. Despite his apparent success, Jekyll is plagued by a deep sense of dissatisfaction with his life and work. He feels that his research has hit a dead end and that the world has grown too complacent and superficial. As the party goes on, Jekyll becomes increasingly irritable and erratic, finally storming out of his own home in a fit of anger.

From here, the film takes a darker turn as Jekyll begins to experiment with a new drug that he hopes will unlock the secret to human nature. With his assistant, Paul Allen (Christopher Lee), at his side, Jekyll begins to test the drug on himself, and soon discovers that it has the power to unleash his innermost desires and fears. As he continues to use the drug, Jekyll begins to struggle with the split personalities that emerge from within him, culminating in the emergence of Mr. Hyde.

Massie's performance as both Jekyll and Hyde is masterful, as he brings a deep sense of emotional turmoil to each character. As Jekyll, he is reserved and thoughtful, struggling to maintain the facade of a respectable scientist while wrestling with deeper, darker desires. As Hyde, he is vicious and animalistic, delighting in the pain and destruction he can inflict. Addams is similarly strong as Kitty, Jekyll's wife who becomes his unwitting victim as his experiments spiral out of control.

The film is notable for its stylish use of color and lighting, with Fisher creating a haunting and atmospheric world of shadows and fog. The score, composed by David Heneker, adds to the mood, with its hauntingly beautiful melodies and dark undertones. The film's climax is a tense and thrilling showdown between Jekyll and Hyde, with the fate of Kitty and the future of Jekyll's experiments hanging in the balance.

Overall, The Two Faces of Dr. Jekyll is a classic horror movie that is as engaging today as it was over fifty years ago. With its powerful performances and haunting visuals, it is a must-see for fans of horror and classic cinema alike.

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Description
  • Release Date
    1961
  • Runtime
    1 hr 28 min