This film presents a detective—played by Tony Lo Bianco—investigating murders in Manhattan carried out by seemingly unrelated individuals who assert that divine instruction compelled their actions. The detective finds himself navigating relationships with his girlfriend, portrayed by Deborah Raffin, and his former wife, Sandy Dennis, while attempting to link the crimes back to an enigmatic man with long hair, brought to life by Richard Lynch. Larry Cohen’s direction of “God Told Me To” (1976) initially establishes a somber detective story reminiscent of a Clint Eastwood film, but then introduces unsettling elements related to psychology and religion, ultimately culminating in a science fiction concept. It feels like a 1970s take on "Five Million Years to Earth," with the artistic affectations that would later characterize “Wolfen.” “The Brood” also provides a relevant comparison, as does the 1978 remake of “Invasion of the Body Snatchers.” Despite these similarities, it possesses its own distinct qualities, making straightforward comparisons challenging and ultimately inadequate. Some reviewers have criticized the narrative for being far-fetched and overly complicated. Roger Ebert, for instance, awarded it a rating of just one-quarter stars. However, with an optimistic and receptive perspective, the plot isn’t too hard to understand when considered later. Those who put in the effort are likely to want to watch it again, at which point everything clicks into place more clearly. The film's length is 1 hour and 31 minutes, and filming occurred in New York City and Pinewood Studios, located just outside of London. GRADE: B

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