The Hands of Orlac (1960)A pianist has a transplant operation that gives him a new pair of hands. Unfortunately, the hands belonged to a murderer, and he finds the hands starting to take over his life and commit ... See full summary » Director:Edmond T. Gréville |
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Nero the magician
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Dany Carrel | ... |
Régina /
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Lucile Saint-Simon | ... |
Louise Cochrane Orlac
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Dr. Francis Cochrane
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Mr. Felix
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Basil Sydney | ... |
Maurice Seidelman
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Inspector Henderson
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Professor Volchett
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Graham Coates
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Child
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Fairground attendant
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A pianist has a transplant operation that gives him a new pair of hands. Unfortunately, the hands belonged to a murderer, and he finds the hands starting to take over his life and commit crimes. A seedy magician suspects what is happening and tries to blackmail him. Written by frankfob2@yahoo.com
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Melody... or murder in these hands? See more »Certificate:
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13 May 1964 (USA) See more »Also Known As:
Hands of a Strangler See more »Company Credits
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Pendennis Films Ltd., Riviera International Film, Société Cinématographique des Studios de la Victorine See more »
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Christopher Lee told online entertainment site 'Entertainment Asylum' that there were some movies of his that he'd never watch again. This one was undoubtedly one of them. The dialogue and plot are banal, and the background music is virtually nonexistent, meaning that the movie is full of long, pregnant pauses as actors stride into rooms to read their lines.
Nevertheless, Christopher Lee plays an excellent villain. In fact, when put up against Mel Ferrer's weak portrayal of concert pianist Stephen Orlac, it's impossible to avoid rooting for the bad guy.
This is a picture of British horror entertainment before Hammer came along. All I can say is, thank goodness for Hammer! Watch it for Lee's acting, Other than that, be prepared to laugh your head off.