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The Bat People (1974)

Directed by Jerry Jameson

Horror

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Overview

Dr. John Beck, recently married, decides to take his wife, Cathy, spelunking in Carlsbad Cavern. While there, Dr. Beck, who specializes in bats, is bitten by a fruit bat. He is then, inexplicably, transformed into a vampire bat. While he escapes and seeks help from another doctor, it is clear the treatments are not working. In fact, they are aggravating his condition. Dr. Beck unwittingly goes on a killing spree, catching the attention of Sergeant Ward.

Rated PG | Length 95 minutes

Actors

Stewart Moss | Marianne McAndrew | Michael Pataki | Paul Carr | Arthur Space | Robert Berk | Pat Delaney

Viewing History (seen 1 time)

Date ViewedDeviceFormatSourceRating
07/04/2017TVDVDRented5 stars
 

Viewing Notes

aka THE BAT PEOPLE or “the origin of the Man-Bat” whichbit very well could be a DCU low budget flick a la MAN-THING. Not nearly as bad as that 2.2 rating at IMDb would lead you to believe. Just a little flat at times and not enough thrills.

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