Two Evil Eyes

Two Evil Eyes

Year: 1991

Runtime: 120 min

Language: English

Directors: Dario Argento, George A. Romero

Horror

This collaboration between horror masters Dario Argento and George Romero adapts Edgar Allan Poe’s unsettling stories. The film intertwines "The Facts About Mr. Valdemar" and "The Black Cat," creating a dark and suspenseful exploration of the macabre. The interwoven narratives delve into themes of terror, psychological torment, and the depths of the human psyche, delivering a haunting cinematic experience.

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1

Jessica Visits Steven Pike

40-year-old Jessica Valdemar arrives at Steven Pike's law office with important paperwork concerning her husband Ernest's estate planning. A sense of unease washes over her as Pike begins to question the hastiness behind Ernest's decision to liquidate his assets, hinting at deeper troubles ahead.

Steven Pike's office
2

Jessica's Troubling Call

During her meeting, Pike makes a phone call to Ernest, unveiling a concerning situation regarding his terminal illness. Despite Pike's reservations, he reluctantly allows Jessica access to the funds needed for the estate transfer, warning her about the scrutiny that will follow if anything happens to Ernest in the next three weeks.

3

Conspiring with Dr. Hoffman

Back at Valdemar Manor, Jessica confides in Dr. Robert Hoffman about their plan to manipulate Ernest's will through hypnosis. Together, they plot to exploit Ernest's condition to acquire his considerable estate, ultimately putting their selfish ambitions into action.

Valdemar Manor
4

Hypnosis and Tragedy

As their sinister scheme unfolds, Robert hypnotizes Ernest, who subsequently leaves behind a cryptic message before dying. To conceal their crime, Jessica and Robert stuff Ernest's body into the basement freezer, contemplating their next move as they navigate the consequences of their actions.

Valdemar Manor
5

Eerie Noises at Night

Jessica is awakened by chilling groans emanating from the cellar, where Ernest's body lies hidden. As she tries to rouse Robert, she becomes increasingly terrified by the supernatural occurrences surrounding them, spurred by their involvement in his demise.

Valdemar Manor
6

Confronting the Unquiet Corpse

The following morning, the unsettling sounds persist, pushing Jessica and Robert to investigate their source. They discover Ernest's corpse now seems animated, claiming to be trapped between life and the afterlife, haunted by vengeful spirits demanding justice.

Valdemar Manor
7

Jessica's Frantic Withdrawal

In a fit of panic and frustration as the supernatural occurrences escalate, Jessica withdraws $300,000 in cash, securing it in a safe. She grapples with the implications of their actions as Ernest's corpse continues to mock her, proclaiming they will not rest until his soul is reclaimed.

Valdemar Manor
8

A Fatal Confrontation

Driven by desperation, Jessica confronts Ernest's lifeless body and shoots it, believing this act might alleviate the haunting presence she feels. Unbeknownst to her, this violent act further awakens the wrath of the spirits entwined with Ernest.

Valdemar Manor
9

Robert's Attempt to Bury the Past

While Robert prepares a grave outside for Ernest, Jessica faces her own terror descended from the cellar. In a grotesque twist of fate, the undead figure of Ernest begins to close in on her, leading to a macabre struggle for survival.

Valdemar Manor
10

The Tragic Fall

In a frantic attempt to escape from the clutches of the reanimated corpse, Jessica loses her footing and plummets from the balcony. Her lifeless body hits the ground, marking a tragic end to her ambition and the cycle of horror that unfolds.

Valdemar Manor
11

Robert's Downward Spiral

As Robert struggles to awaken from his trance, he succumbs to the chaos surrounding him. In the midst of his desperation, he seizes the opportunity to steal Jessica's hidden cash stash, further reinforcing the greed that led them all into darkness.

Valdemar Manor
12

Detective Grogan's Investigation

Detective Grogan arrives at the scene, responding to reports of a foul odor and strange sounds from Robert's abode. The sight of Robert's decayed body signals the disturbance caused by the vengeful spirits, while Grogan and his team brace for the unfolding terror.

Robert's residence
13

Rod Usher's Nightmarish Dimension

Meanwhile, crime scene photographer Rod Usher finds himself ensnared in a gruesome world filled with dismembered bodies. His obsession with capturing death and decay leads him deeper into a sinister realm where reality blurs with horror.

14

Rod's Violent Outburst

Frustrated by the growing tension between him and his girlfriend Annabel over a cat, Rod commits a gruesome act by killing the creature. This brutal moment instigates a series of horrific events, resulting in the unraveling of his relationship and sanity.

Rod's residence
15

Rod's Final Act of Desperation

After brutally murdering Annabel and constructing a web of lies to cover it up, Rod finds himself haunted by his past actions. In his final desperate attempt to escape justice, he becomes entangled in a rope, sealing his own fate, hanging lifeless as a testament to the cycle of retribution.

Rod's residence

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