Pretty decent moody, intense, creepy psychological thriller with two of my favourite thespians in that department--Anthony Perkins and Julie Harris. It's a tad claustrophobic and difficult to get into at the start, because of this aforementioned intensity, but if you stick with it, it's quite intrinsically rewarding and definitely not a late-night waste of 90 minutes. When Perkins' 'Allan' picks up a picture and…
Top Cast
Anthony Perkins
Allan
Julie Harris
Katherine
Joan Hackett
Olive
Kent Smith
Raymond
Robert H. Harris
Dr. Ellins
Molly Dodd
Inmate
Billy Bowles
Harold Dennis
Bill Erwin
Dr. Ames
Jeannette Howe
Katherine - Child
Kenneth Lawrence
Allan - Child
Trent Dolan
Eric
Reviews
I had previously read about director Curtis Harrington in Barron's excellent book for cinephiles, '501 Movie Directors', though I had unfortunately not been able to find any of his films before this. He definitely has fine technique for getting across moodiness and suspense, at least in this type of film. Hopefully I'll eventually find and watch all of his work. 'How Awful About Allan' is a pretty decent moody,…
FAQ about How Awful About Allan
What is How Awful About Allan about?
After an eight-month stay in a mental hospital, a tormented man returns home to live with his sister; but a mysterious boarder may be trying to kill him.
When was How Awful About Allan released?
How Awful About Allan was released in 1970.
What genres does How Awful About Allan belong to?
How Awful About Allan is categorised as Horror, Thriller, TV Movie.
Who stars in How Awful About Allan?
The cast of How Awful About Allan includes Anthony Perkins, Julie Harris, Joan Hackett, Kent Smith, Robert H. Harris.