Don't Look in the Basement (1973)

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Release Date: Jan 1, 1973 Wide

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One of the first of several horror films with "Don't" leading the title, this gory low-budget thriller takes place in an experimental hospital for the criminally insane, where the pioneering director allows several patients to act out their twisted fantasies (which involve necrophilia, paranoia and popsicles). When a new staffer shows up, things start to go haywire -- beginning with the bloody axe-murder of the doctor himself and leading to a total takeover of the asylum by its most dangerous

R, 1 hr. 35 min.

Mystery & Suspense, Horror

Directed By: S.F. Brownrigg

Written By: Thomas Pope, Tim Pope

In Theaters: Jan 1, 1973 Wide

On DVD: Aug 1, 2000

Cast

Camilla Carr
Harriet
Betty Chandler
Allyson
Robert Dracup
Ray Daniels
Hugh Feagin
Sgt. Jaffee
Jessie Lee Fulton
Jane St. Claire
Rosie Holotik
Charlotte Beale Nurse
Jessie Kirby
Danny
Anne MacAdams
Geraldine Masters
Rhea Macadams
Mrs. Callingham
William Bill McGhee
Gene Ross
Judge Oliver W. Cameron
Harryete Warren
Jennifer
Mike Harvey
Dr. Stephens
Annie MacAdams

Critic Reviews for Don't Look in the Basement

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An absolute snooze from start to finish.

April 21, 2007 Full Review Source: eFilmCritic.com

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Rob Gonsalves

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I'm not even sure if the movie has a basement in it, but it's a real stinker to be sure.

November 20, 2006 Full Review Source: DVDTalk.com

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Scott Weinberg

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The plot about the crazy house inmates who kill people, and the new nurse who unknowingly takes a job there, seemed pretty good at first. The crazy people are kinda creepy, but the plot twist is the best part of the movie. It is a bit disappointing that this movie isn't as violent and suspenseful as it could have

April 11, 2011