The Attic (1980)

The Worst Film Ever

It's funny watching the elements come together in this complicated scam. On one hand, the set-up isn't quite as complex as it seems, but there's an easy sense of fun in every exchange.

Story: It's very simple but honestly that is fine.

Exactly the movie you think it is, but not the movie you want it to be.

This film I found to be very dark and disturbing and yes at times, rather nasty, although the nastiness is implied, not really on screen (no gore but the thought of a middle aged woman masturbating really plays with you). This movie was dark for all the right reasons and really is a good story if you don't mind being left chilled. This movie really isn't a horror film but it really shouldn't be watched right before going to sleep or if YOU yourself is rather depressed. It will play with you. But, it was a good thought provoking and disturbing movie. I am wondering if this film was a made for television film or perhaps just made to look dark and grainy for the right reasons. Excellent film making.

Well-done psychological thriller is slow in going, but ultimately a rewarding and emotional character study.Lonely spinster has been living under the eye of her over-bearing father ever since her beloved fiancé disappeared years earlier. But now that she is gathering her will power, will she be able to take control of her life and uncover the secrets from her past?While many have billed this film as a horror movie, it's really not. The Attic is a highly tense drama that builds to some good thriller qualities, especially toward its climax. Director George Edwards creates a feeling of intrigue and mystery with this film, while adding some occasional Gothic touches. The musical score and theme song also add to the film's over all shut-in mood.The true highlight of this movie though is its great cast. Veteran actor Ray Milland is appropriate and menacing as the heroine's invalid old father. His performance is quite good and this stands out as one of his better B film roles. However the true star of this film is the late Carrie Snodgrass. Snodgrass gives a stirring, heart-felt performance that makes her character truly sympathetic. In fact, she is so good in her role that she gives the entire film a bit of a solemn, moving note. This is perhaps one of Snodgrass's best roles ever.The Attic has became a some what lost film over the years and it shouldn't be. It's a rare thriller that actually reaches an emotional level with its audience.*** out of ****

In my opinion, this movie was to show how destructive a manipulator aka. Louise's father can be. All of louise's problems, drinking, fantasizing, etc. was brought on by her father's vicious criticisms, lies and control!It has been a while since I have seen the movie, but if you all remember, Louise's father was not actually paralyzed. Also, as you find out at the end of the movie, the fiancé and the chimp were both killed BY HER FATHER! Louise is the victim in this movie. Everything she loved and loved her was viciously ripped away from her by her sick-minded lying,controlling father. When she found out her father was not paralyzed and the past 19 years of her life was under his complete control, she lost it and pushed him down a hill......wouldn't you?? I really feel like this movie was trying to show society that mental abuse is REAL and should be taken SERIOUSLY!

Plot is a little slow Storyline varies too much, too many scenes that have nothing to do with the actual story. Some of the acting is not that great, but this is a 70's movie so it's about par for the course. Not too bad of a movie overall...