- Actors: Richard Burton, Lee Remick, Lino Ventura, Harry Andrews, Alan Badel
- Directors: Jack Gold
- Writers: John Briley, Peter Van Greenaway
- Producers: Jack Gold, Anne V. Coates, Arnon Milchan, Denis Holt
- Classification: PG
- Studio: Carlton
- VHS Release Date: 28 Feb 2000
- Run Time: 105 minutes
- Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars See all reviews (27 customer reviews)
- ASIN: B00004I9MR
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 11,818 in Video (See Top 100 in Video)
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50 of 51 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
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.
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
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. I loved the insights into telekenesis, the flashback structure, the 70s styling (honest) and the French detective. A wonderful, disturbing movie that I have remembered clearly since first seeing it.
Great to have this out on DVD, though the actual DVD is very average. Full screen ratio is disappointing if it was filmed in widescreen 1:1.85 or wider - I could be wrong. Lack of extras is poor, but it's cheap I suppose.
Even so, definitely worth buying. I leant it to a friend and he and his wife thought it gripping and really praised it the next day!
11 of 12 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
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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Superb!!
One of my favourites from yesteryear. An original film with suspense all the way. The feel of the film reminds me very much of the original omen movie in particular his boyhood... Read more
Published 3 months ago by Mr. Alan W. J. Clark
Burton and Remick make it great.
Richard Burton delivers a profound performance without uttering a word. But when he does, the dialogue is enhanced by his delivery. Read more
Published 7 months ago by Observer
Absorbing and downright chilling.
I first watched this film with my father when i was a kid and iv never forgotten it. Its the kind of film that almost puts you in a trance(In a good way). Read more
Published 13 months ago by WDB
Did I Like It - Yes!
Very good film, a favourite from childhood when I think I watched it with my Dad. Richard Burton is very charismatic and Lee Remick was brilliant and classy.
Published 13 months ago by Wendy Woo
Suddenly a lot more substantial and effective than it seemed in 1978
Supernatural thriller The Medusa Touch is one of those films that seems to have evolved with time. When it came out it was a bit of a disappointment with a few good moments, then... Read more
Published 18 months ago by Trevor Willsmer
A gripping Thriller.
Richard Burton play this thriller well.It will keep you on your toes throughout the film.The ending is a master piece.
Published 19 months ago by Nigel Kenyon
A missed opportunity
This is a poor film but worth seeing! It could have been and should have been so much better with an interesting idea like telekinesis and an actor like Richard Burton. Read more
Published 22 months ago by Chris
Frightening Film, way ahead of it's time.
Of all the horror films made at this time, this stands head and shoulders above them. Richard Burton plays the lead part superbly, I can feel the cold fingers on my back as I... Read more
Published on 21 May 2010 by Mr. Barry K. Oliff
Medusa Touch
This film may be older but it is Richard Burton at his very best. He gives a commanding performance that is both chilling and compelling. Read more
Published on 16 Feb 2010 by S. Brown
More respect please!
Stupendously underrated!
The late and oh so great Richard Burton could read a phone book and it would be heaven, here though he has some great apocalyptic dialogue and some... Read more
The late and oh so great Richard Burton could read a phone book and it would be heaven, here though he has some great apocalyptic dialogue and some... Read more
Published on 14 Aug 2009 by Dave
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