The Medusa Touch [DVD] [1978]: Amazon.co.uk: Richard Burton, Lino Ventura, Lee Remick, Harry Andrews, Alan Badel, Marie-Christine Barrault, Jeremy Brett, Michael Hordern, Gordon Jackson, Michael Byrne, Derek Jacobi, Robert Lang (II), Avril Elgar, John Normington, Robert Flemyng, Jack Gold: DVD

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Richard Burton stars as a psycho with supernatural powers which enable him to cause worldwide disasters. Lee Remick is the psychiatrist who attempts to control him.

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5.0 out of 5 stars 'I have a gift for disaster...', 18 May 2001

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I'm quite worried about the chronic lack of reviews for this absolute classic film. To me, this is very powerful and is, in some cases, deeply disturbing and I feel that it has somewhat been neglected by people who thrive on films packed with horror, suspense and tension - the Medusa Touch has it all. OK, there are not many extras on the DVD but the film itself it very well crafted and Richard Burton is excellent as the novelist John Morlar, who is brutally assaulted at the beginning of the film by an unknown attacker and left for dead. The filom is an account of the later police investigation, as it's built up on flashbacks of Morlars past visits to his therapist Zonfeld (Lee Remick). He claimed he has 'a gift for disaster' after finding out at an early age he has the power to kill people through unconcious telekinesis. Although troubled by his powers, he uses them nevertheless against people who annoy him or get in his way. In hospital however after the attack, his brain is struggling for survival despite a critically slow pulse level - his is a mind determined not to die. It is only until they realise the reason why that the film really unfolds and the 'edge of your seat suspense' is really brought about in a fashion rarely seen in new modern-day films. This film is brilliant and I hope that by writing these words I will actually encourage more people to watch what I deem to be an utter classic.

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3.0 out of 5 stars 70's Gem, 30 Jun 2004

By	"marcusmuck" - See all my reviews (TOP 1000 REVIEWER)

This review is from: The Medusa Touch [DVD] (DVD)

In a nutshell it's a low budget British 70's Sci-fi/horror film centred around
the 'Paranormal'. The ideas were in vogue then but a bit lame now.
Richard Burton has the power to make his will 'real'- with devastating results.
It sends him mad: can anyone stop him!!
Oh dear, but don't hang up! If you like British 70's drama you'll like it!!!
doh!
If there is anyone left reading this I loved this film. I watched it as a kid &
when I saw it in the shop I HAD to get it.

It goes to prove how different we all really are- many hate this but equally
there are many that like it.

The film is carried by the presence of Richard Burton as Morlar. There are
notable others- all recognisable to UK TV audiences (this has T.V stamped on it)
Lino Ventura is a wild card as the French detective on 'loan' to the UK Bobbies.
I think he was great (though apparently he was Italian!)

Lee Remick was Ms. 'Made for TV' herself but does her part.

It's very melodramatic with several well written bits but can be a bit sketchy
and a little vague in places. The central idea though is quite interesting.

To me though it special because it's not American: it's set in London & portrays
many of the things that were uppermost in peoples minds then: worries about
American/Soviet antagonism, strikes and civil unrest, disasters, famine, power
cuts and uncertainty at the future. Not the same film as 'Carrie' really is it?

Many of you 'hip' kids will find this slow and dull.

Well don't watch it!

That's why films like this are in the bargain bin for me to snap up.

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5.0 out of 5 stars A True classic., 25 Sep 2002

By	E. N. Richards "ekka3" (Wales) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Just to totally agree with the previous reviewer. This was without doubt a superb portrayal by Burton of a man possessed with a terrible knowledge, the knowledge that he could influence events just by thought. A film that has had very little exposure over the years, which is such a pity, especially considering the usual rubbish fare we are dished up. In my opinion Burton was just right for this role, conveying real menace in his depiction of the character. What a pity that new cinema audiences that are growing up now may never see the great Richard Burton, and films such as this. If you have never seen it, do so without delay, it will remain in your memory for a long time after.

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5.0 out of 5 stars A classic
Burton at his mean & moody best, he portrays the main character with such a sense of desperation, the final scenes leave us wondering who he in fact really is, a man, or a demon... Read more

Published 17 months ago by Mr. G. Wheatley

5.0 out of 5 stars They need to make a remake
Saw this movie back in 78,thought it was a great Sci-Fi flick from England and of course R. Burton the main actor and the main character who has the ability to cause disasters... Read more

Published on 16 May 2005

5.0 out of 5 stars They need to make a remake
Saw this movie back in 78,thought it was a great Sci-Fi flick from England and of course R. Burton the main actor and the main character who has the ability to cause disasters... Read more

Published on 16 May 2005 by Ojibwas

5.0 out of 5 stars Richard Burton at his mesmorising best.
The Medusa Touch shows us what can happen when a man truly believes in his own ability to bring diasater on those who upset him. Read more

Published on 16 Jun 2004 by Mrs. G. D. Conway

4.0 out of 5 stars 70's Gem
In a nutshell it's a low budget British 70's Sci-fi/horror film centred around the 'Paranormal'. The ideas were in vogue then but a bit lame now. Read more

Published on 26 May 2004 by marcusmuck

5.0 out of 5 stars Seventies classic
A powerful performance for its star Richard Burton as troubled writer Morlar who has the power to create catastrope. Read more

Published on 18 Feb 2004 by harryharrison987

5.0 out of 5 stars Seventies classic ?
Whodunnit/sci-fi/murder/mystery. You name it. Richard Burton stars as disturbed writer John Morlar who can cause catastrophes due to his telekinetic powers which have been honed... Read more

Published on 17 Feb 2004 by harryharrison987

5.0 out of 5 stars An excellent film that has stayed with me for over a decade.
I first saw this film about 15 or more years ago as a young teenager. I thought it was a brilliant combination of whodunnit, thriller and occult horror. Read more

Published on 21 Aug 2003 by R. Searle

3.0 out of 5 stars Good but not great film
I thought that the film was fairly well done, but clearly dated and, hence, not particularly scarry as billed. Good acting. Read more

Published on 1 Aug 2001

5.0 out of 5 stars Up there with sixth sense
I can't speak highly enough about this film. I wanted to buy it on video long ago but couldn't because it has only appeared in the UK on VHS recently. Read more

Published on 22 May 2001

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