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Corridors of Blood (1963)

"Tops in Terror!"

6.219631h 26mEN
DramaHorrorCrime

Directed by Robert Day

Rating

6.2/10

Runtime

1h 26m

Language

EN

Release

June 5, 1963

Director

Robert Day

Overview

In 1840s London, Dr. Thomas Bolton [Boris Karloff] dares to dream the unthinkable: experimenting with anesthesia gases to make surgery pain-free. While doing so, his demonstration before a panel of his peers ends in a horrific mishap with his patient awakening under the knife; he is forced to leave ...

Cast

Boris Karloff

Boris Karloff

Dr. Thomas Bolton

Betta St. John

Betta St. John

Susan

Christopher Lee

Christopher Lee

Resurrection Joe

Finlay Currie

Finlay Currie

Supt. Charles Matheson

Adrienne Corri

Adrienne Corri

Rachel

Francis de Wolff

Francis de Wolff

Black Ben

Francis Matthews

Francis Matthews

Jonathan Bolton

Frank Pettingell

Frank Pettingell

Mr. Blount

Basil Dignam

Basil Dignam

Hospital Chairman

Nigel Green

Nigel Green

Insp. Donovan

Yvonne Romain

Yvonne Romain

Rosa (as Yvonne Warren)

Howard Lang

Howard Lang

Chief Inspector

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Corridors of Blood (1963), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

In 1840s London, Dr. Thomas Bolton [Boris Karloff] dares to dream the unthinkable: experimenting with anesthesia gases to make surgery pain-free. While doing so, his demonstration before a panel of his peers ends in a horrific mishap with his patient awakening under the knife; he is forced to leave his position in disgrace. To complicate matters, he becomes addicted to his own chemical experiments and gets involved with a criminal gang led by Black Ben [Francis de Wolff], and a ruthless killer Resurrection Joe [Christopher Lee]. Unfortunately, this shady partnership leads Dr. Bolton to further ruin, culminating in his unwitting participation in murder — for which he becomes the first victim of a blackmail scheme.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Corridors of Blood. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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