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Black & White; Closed Captioned; Soundtrack English; English Subtitles Dr. Holden (Dana Andrew), a psychologist knowledgeable about the occult, is dismayed by a friend's strange death, leading him to investigate a demon-worshipping cult in England. But the leader of that sect, Prof. Karswell (Niall MacGuinness), resists Holden's inquiries by calling up an actual demon to fight the good doctor. Can Holden hold his own in a battle of good vs. evil?
Based on the M.R. James short story "Casting the Runes," Jacques Tourneur's film is considered to be one of the true classics of the horror genre, relying heavily on the power of suggestion to create a heavy atmosphere of fear and dread. The famous, much-debated monster was added by the studio against Tourneur's wishes. The original, uncut version is known as NIGHT OF THE DEMON. Curse Of The Demon Reviews: "[A]ll subtlety and suspicion, smoke and mirrors."
-- Jamie Graham, Total Film Curse Of The Demon | List Price | $24.95 (You save $6.36) | | Studio | Sony Pictures Home Entertainment | | Orig Year | 1957 | | DVD Encoding | Region 1 | | All Time Sales Rank |  5362  | | CD Universe Part number | 4851966 | | Catalog number | 7860 | | Discs | 1 | | Release Date | Aug 13, 2002 | | Rating | Not Rated | | Also Known As | Night of the Demon | | Running Time | 94 Minutes | | Additional Info | Widescreen | | Movie Details | B&W; Stereo Sound; Letter Boxed; Widescreen |
Curse Of The Demon Movie Review Average Rating: (4.3 out of 5 stars)   Clasic Horor
A great movie, with a different twist without any sex....great for all the family.
Submitted by a reviewer (Pittsburgh PA) 
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 Cerebral horror/suspense from the past
Since this DVD contains both the US and Brit versions, I recommend watching the later, Night of the Demons. Not only does the title have more significance, the Brit version is uncut, probably for some close monster mayhem that isn't gorey.
As the for the film, this is a classic feature with sturdy acting, thoughtful and thought-provoking material, and a terrific story. Does the demon really exist, or is it merely a manifestation brought about by the power of suggestion? Of course, the answer is at the movie's end, but the fun part is getting there. Just remember, this film was made in 1957 and does not run at the madcap pace of today's thrillers. The key here is suspense, and it is delivered up whole-heartedly.
Submitted by a reviewer (Los Angeles, CA, USA)
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Classic thriller
This is more a film-noir thriller in the style of CAT PEOPLE and LEOPARD MAN than a typical 1950's horror movie. It's been difficult to see this movie for a while, and the release of this DVD is a cause for celebration; it contains the original NIGHT OF THE DEMON as well as the shortened American version CURSE OF THE DEMON. It's guaranteed to give you chills; judge for yourself whether it would have been a better movie if the demon had not been shown on film, as director Tourneur had wanted. If you love classic thrillers, you will want to own this one to watch over and over and introduce your friends to.
Submitted by a reviewer (Tempe, AZ, USA)
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I saw this movie at the show back in the early Summer of 1958. I had not seen it since until I bought the tape from you. I am dissappointed that it is not available on DVD as tapes have a nasty habit of oxidizing and breaking after a few years. However, the plot is excellently written and it contains quality actors ( Dana Andrews, for example)
This should hold anyone's interest. It made enought of an impression on me to remember it after over Forty(40) years!
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Curse Of The Demon DVD Region 1
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Letterbox -
1.85
Widescreen -
1.85
Audio:
Dolby Digital Mono - English
Additional Release Material:
Original Uncut Version - NIGHT OF THE DEMON
Interactive Features:
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