mtsahakis Review of The Gorgon

The Gorgon (1964)

A horror movie that delivers more than Goth scenery

[6/10 · 12 April 2010]

Do not expect to get any short of chiller from this one. More than 40 years old, this outdated movie is worth seeing for its superb British cast, the mystical, foggy atmosphere and its unusual choice of evil figure: Megera, a creature from Greek mythology. The story has its holes (how did Megera reached Britain's countryside is beyond me) but the duration is considerably tight (less than 90 minutes) and the characters are well outlined. Another thing I liked is the use of so many scientists, given that almost every character in this movie is some sort of doctor! But when science fails comes the Gorgon to bring mayhem in her past… and trust me she does. I have not decided whether the main point in this movie is how we sometimes try to keep a secret at all costs or how we ultimately fail to rationalize the environment that surrounds us. On any event, close up the lights, grap some popcorn and give this movie a try...