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The Other (1972)

1972 • 1h 48m • Drama, Horror • PG
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John Chard on The Other

5/10 · Mar 31, 2019

If you were looking for something unsettling to experience before your time runs out, this might fit the bill. Robert Mulligan directed The Other, with a screenplay by Tom Tryon. Uta Hagen, Diana Muldaur, Chris and Martin Uldvarnoky, Norma Connolly, and Victor French are in the cast. Jerry Goldsmith composed the music, and Robert Surtees was responsible for the cinematography. The film is set in rural America during the 1930s, where twin boys Niles and Holland Perry spend their time playing. What appears to be a peaceful farm life hides something darker that’s about to emerge... This psychological horror movie has developed a dedicated following, resulting in its cult status. Based on Tom Tryon's popular novel, the narrative centers on twins, with one portrayed as good and the other not so much. The film feels quite slow and drawn out for nearly two-thirds of its length, even becoming somewhat tedious, but it’s ultimately rescued by surprising plot developments and impactful reveals. Some viewers will say that the initial hour is understated in its pacing and implications, though the performances feel exaggerated; director Mulligan seems unable to rein in his actors. The central revelation also feels like a bit of a trick when you watch it again. It's worth mentioning that Tryon himself was dissatisfied with the finished film for several reasons, despite its popularity. There’s an undeniable sense of unease throughout the movie, as the beautiful scenery conceals disturbing events happening just beneath the surface—a feeling enhanced by the work of Goldsmith and Surtees. The focus on children behaving cruelly and how they are raised raises some interesting questions, while the ending is intensely dark. Personally, I found it underwhelming; after watching it twice, I don’t think I'll want to see it again. I'll pass along the DVD to someone else who might appreciate it more and become one of those enthusiastic fans. It earns a rating of 5/10.

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