The Basilisk (1914)
A mesmerist, obsessed with putting a beautiful woman under his power, hypnotizes her to try to force her to kill her fiancé. His plans are altered with the appearance of a deadly serpent.
Director: Cecil M. Hepworth
Genre: Horror
Runtime: 28 min
Release Date: December 1, 1914
Cast
Screenplay
Cinematography: Cecil M. Hepworth
Production: Hepworth
Country: United Kingdom
Language: No Language
Original Language: en
Keywords
silent film, hypnotist, mesmerist
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Basilisk about?
- A mesmerist, obsessed with putting a beautiful woman under his power, hypnotizes her to try to force her to kill her fiancé. His plans are altered with the appearance of a deadly serpent.
- Who directed The Basilisk?
- The Basilisk was directed by Cecil M. Hepworth.
- Who stars in The Basilisk?
- The Basilisk stars Tom Powers, Alma Taylor, William Felton, Chrissie White, Cyril Morton.
- How long is The Basilisk?
- The Basilisk has a runtime of 28m (28 minutes).
- What genre is The Basilisk?
- The Basilisk is a Horror film.
- Where was The Basilisk produced?
- The Basilisk was produced in United Kingdom.