LP: The Manster (1959)
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A beleaguered butler reluctantly presents horror films in a haunted mansion. Movie: The Manster from 1959 with Peter Dyneley and Jane Hylton.
Episode 2 Air Date: 05-02-2025
Released in 1959, The Manster blends horror and science fiction in an unsettling tale set in Japan. American reporter Larry Stanford is assigned to interview a reclusive scientist whose controversial experiments push the boundaries of human evolution. What begins as a professional assignment soon spirals into a nightmare, as Larry becomes the unwitting subject of a dangerous new formula. As bizarre transformations take hold, Larry’s behavior grows increasingly erratic, alarming those around him. With vivid Tokyo backdrops and a growing sense of dread, the film explores the devastating consequences of unchecked scientific ambition. The Manster offers a chilling journey into mutation and madness, delivering a unique atmosphere that sets it apart from typical creature features of its era.
Cast List:
Peter Dyneley as Larry Stanford
Jane Hylton as Linda Stanford
Tetsu Nakamura as Dr. Robert Suzuki
Terri Zimmern as Tara
Jerry Ito as Police Supt. Aida
Norman Van Hawley as Ian Matthews
Toyoko Takechi as Emiko Suzuki
Kenzo Kuroki as Genji Suzuki
Alan Tarlton as Dr. H. B. Jennsen
Shinpei Takagi as Temple Priest
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