Robert Clarke writes, directs and stars as Dr. Gilbert McKenna, a research physicist who is accidentally exposed to radiation. While being treated for the burn, it comes to light that enough sunlight will temporarily turn him into a lizard-like creature. The more sunlight the worse the condition. At night he wines, dines and enjoys life; but during the day the doctor cowers from the sun. Not only has McKenna become a monster, but also a killer. Being shot in Black & White adds to the atmosphere. But still on close ups you can see the lizard suite's yolk flapping in the breeze. Still worth a watch. Other players: Patricia Manning, Nan Peterson, Patrick Whyte, Robert Garry and Daryl Westbrook.
Review of The Hideous Sun Demon
The Hideous Sun Demon
(1958)
Radiation the blame for a monster thriving on sunlight.
27 November 2007
Warning: Spoilers