It’s a somewhat uninspired combination of Jack the Ripper and Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde, though it manages to be entertaining regardless. The story unfolds in 1890, centering on a sculptor living in Paris (played by Anton Diffring) who becomes the focus of suspicion when it's revealed that he appears in a new city every decade, coinciding with disappearances. Hazel Court portrays his love interest, and Christopher Lee is also present, suggesting a possible romantic rivalry. "The Man Who Could Cheat Death,” made in 1959, is a lesser-known Hammer film that fans of gothic horror will likely find worthwhile. As my title suggests, it blends aspects of Jack the Ripper and Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde with the familiar aesthetic – sets and locations – characteristic of Hammer productions. Those who enjoy films like “The Gorgon” (1964), “Frankenstein Created Woman” (1967) and “Frankenstein Must Be Destroyed” (1969) will probably appreciate this one as well. However, it doesn’t quite measure up to those because of some confusing details surrounding the sculptor's actions. Despite that, Diffring delivers a solid performance in the lead role, and it’s pleasant to see Lee playing a virtuous character while he was still relatively young; Hazel Court is striking with her red hair, and Delphi Lawrence holds her own as well. The Parisian setting also sets it apart from other films. Peter Cushing was initially considered for the part of the sculptor but declined. In its European release, there was a brief scene where Ms. Court appeared partially nude. The film has a running time of 1 hour and 23 minutes and was filmed at Bray Studios in Berkshire, England. GRADE: C+

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