Spellbound

The elderly director of Green Manors, Dr. Murchison, faces an involuntary retirement following an episode of nervous exhaustion. This prompts the board to search for a replacement to lead the psychiatric institution.

The distinguished Dr. Edwardes arrives at Green Manors as the board's chosen successor. Known for his insightful work on guilt complexes, his arrival creates a stir among the staff, particularly with Dr. Peterson.

During their first dinner, Dr. Peterson and Dr. Edwardes share a moment of undeniable chemistry. However, his reaction to her seemingly innocent act of sketching a swimming pool design hints at deeper issues within him.

As Dr. Edwardes receives news of a patient’s suicide attempt, he is struck by a panic attack. This incident raises concerns about his mental state and the safety of those around him.

Dr. Peterson discovers a striking difference in Dr. Edwardes' signature, prompting her to confront him. He reveals a harrowing truth: he has no memory of who he is and has assumed the identity of Dr. Edwardes after murdering him.

Feeling the weight of his troubles, Dr. Edwardes, now known as 'John Brown', leaves a letter for Dr. Peterson, telling her to stay away from him. He departs Green Manors, leading her to worry about his fate.

The police arrive at Green Manors to investigate the real Dr. Edwardes' disappearance after concerns are raised by his secretary. Dr. Peterson remains unaware of the truth about the man she has been treating.

Dr. Peterson tracks down 'John Brown' in New York after identifying his name on hotel registration. She stands firm in her belief of his innocence and decides to help him recover his lost memories.

Dr. Brulov, a mentor to Dr. Peterson, is introduced to John. As therapy begins, they employ dream analysis to unravel the truth about John's past, leading to surreal insights and revelations.

Driven by a desire to uncover the truth, John and Dr. Peterson return to Gabriel Valley, where John's childhood traumas surface. Through confrontation with his past, John discovers he is actually John Ballantyne.

Just as John regains his identity, police close in after finding Dr. Edwardes’ body. He becomes the primary suspect in the murder, leading to a grim confrontation with the law.

Dr. Peterson confronts Dr. Murchison with her suspicions about the true nature of Dr. Edwardes' death. This leads to a dramatic revelation about Murchison's involvement in the murder.

In a tense standoff, Dr. Murchison, cornered, threatens Dr. Peterson before turning the gun on himself, resulting in a tragic end. This climactic moment cements the film's dark themes.

The story concludes with Constance and John prepared to start their life together. With hopes of a future free from the shadows of the past, they embark on their honeymoon under the guidance of Dr. Brulov.