Curse of the Demon (DVD, 2002)

Not quite a horror story, and not quite a sci-fi story. But a story of the paranormal told very well. Many movies today try to cover too much ground and tend to get lost in an abundance of detail. This story is, on the other hand, a rather simple one and covers a relatively more brief time span. I won't give the plot away, but I've read that the director, Jacques Tourneur, did not like the special effects (i.e. the creature) that was added to the film - that he preferred to leave more to the powers of suggestion and the imagination. I disagree. Though necessarily quite basic, the special effects enhance (my opinion) the overall quality and story-telling capability of the film - and definitely doesn't over-burden it. I remember seeing this movie first when I was in my mid to late teens, and also remember being definitely "creeped out" for some time after seeing it. I don't feel quite that way anymore, but enjoy the film all the more. Discovering that the DVD has both the American (shorter) and European (longer) versions was a very pleasant surprise. I found that the longer version helped to explain some of the plot twists that the shorter version doesn't. The film also loses none of its punch being filmed in black and white. For that matter, I think that it is enhanced by it.

Much different from the 'campy' 50's and 60's horror flicks. Doesn't have the special effects but enjoyed the British release better than the American version but it is great to have both on one dvd. I'm glad I have it and would recommend it. Great classic

Oh yeah! Back to the days when films could still capture the imagination without the millions of dollars doled out for special effects.
This is one of the films I was delighted to find on late night television fare from time to time. I am very pleased with this purchase.

both US and UK releases included....special effects are low par by todays standards but fear factor comes from story line and acting that is lacking in most of todays horror flicks..well worth owning this DVD

A definitive horror movie with all the suspense to overcome the era it was made and the lack of super special effects. Doesn't scare as readily as it did when viewed as a youngster, but it still holds a spot in the dark cabinet of mind.

Very well worth watching.

When I first saw this movie as a kid, I thought it had many dull moments, But. as an adult, I really liked the suspense of the movie, and also, the realization on Dana Andrew's part that witchcraft does exist. To me, the high-light of this movie was "the switch"...and the fear that rose in the face of the evil witch. Not as good as "Burn Witch Burn", but still a classic. I recommend this movie for sale.

Classic movie we all remember as kids but rarely see anymore. A solid story with above par FX for its time.

This DVD is an excellent video and when projected on a DLP projector, it looks better than a 16mm original. This time Sony/Columbia Pictures got it right, they released the film in its original 1.66 : 1 aspect ratio unlike some of their other efforts such as the Harryhausen films. A-1 in every way !