Description
The Evil Stairs – 1964
This is one of Korea’s most accomplished psychological thriller films. Set in a gothic-looking two story hospital, the film focuses on an ambitious doctor who stands on the verge of becoming chief surgeon by marrying the daughter of the hospital’s owner. However, the doctor’s secret relationship with one of the nurses puts his plans in jeopardy, and when things start spinning out of control he reverts to drastic measures to cover up the affair. With its striking setting and superbly executed black-and-white cinematography, The Evil Stairs remains a gripping and even frightening experience for contemporary viewers (DP)
Stars: Jeong-suk Moon, Jin Kyu Kim, Seong-ja Bang
Quality: 7.5/10, subtitles
Dir: Lee Man-hee
Genre: South Korean Supernatural Thriller
Format: DVD-r disc only in paper sleeve, plays in UK, Europe, Australia
