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17/10/1971 Horror, Thriller 1h 25m
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The hands of Jack the Ripper live again...

Overview

A series of murders occur that mirror those committed by the Whitechapel Ripper. Through his experiments with psychoanalysis Dr Pritchard discovers a deadly violence in one of his young female patients. As he delves into the recesses of her mind he uncovers that Anna is possessed by her dead father's spirit, willing her to commit acts of gruesome savagery over which she has no control. But the most chilling revelation of all is the identity of her father: Jack the Ripper himself.

  1. Peter Sasdy

    Director

Top billed cast

  1. Eric Porter

    Dr. John Pritchard

  2. Angharad Rees

    Anna

  3. Jane Merrow

    Laura

  4. Keith Bell

    Michael

  5. Derek Godfrey

    Dysart

  6. Dora Bryan

    Mrs. Golding

  7. Marjorie Rhodes

    Mrs. Bryant

  8. Barry Lowe

    Mr. Wilson

  9. Lynda Baron

    Long Liz

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Reviews

A review by Sierbahnn
Written by Sierbahnn on 2026-05-09
Exploring the psychology of murder
This has the tell-tale signs of a Hammer production, but it does not stray as far as some as the others into incredulity, but instead remains somewhat grounded in its own narrative consistency. It is superbly acted and well-directed, looks and sounds great, and carries itself well. Of course you can harp about the production quality, but this is from 1971, and allowances have to be made. It is a good movie, especially for its kind.
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Status
Released

Original Language
English

Budget
$0.00

Revenue
$0.00

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