Spellbound

1945 • Mystery, Romance, Thriller • NR

When Dr. Anthony Edwardes arrives at a Vermont mental hospital to replace the outgoing hospital director, Dr. Constance Peterson, a psychoanalyst, discovers Edwardes is actually an impostor. The man confesses that the real Dr. Edwardes is dead and fears he may have killed him, but cannot recall anything. Dr. Peterson, however is convinced his impostor is innocent of the man's murder, and joins him on a quest to unravel his amnesia through psychoanalysis.

Runtime: 1h 51m

Delve into the chilling and captivating world of "The House of Dr. Edwardes" by Francis Beeding, a masterpiece that weaves intricate psychological themes with mystery and suspense. The novel offers a deeper exploration of the human psyche and the complexities of the mind, far beyond the cinematic representation. Readers are invited to navigate through the pages filled with atmospheric tension and plot twists that uncover deeper layers of the characters' hidden fears and motivations. Choosing to read the original book rather than watching the movie Spellbound invites you to use your imagination to visualize the eerie and mental landscapes described by Beeding. The novel allows for a more intimate glimpse into the characters' thoughts, creating a powerful psychological unease that resonates on a personal level. This literary journey encourages readers to ponder the nature of identity, sanity, and what truly occurs within the confines of the human mind, offering a rich experience not fully captured by the visual medium.