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DramaYear1989Duration1h 30mIMDb5.4

Edge of Sanity

DramaHorrorThriller

Henry Jekyll's reckless cocaine experiments unleash the monstrous Jack Hyde, who prowls London nights for victims in whorehouses and opium dens, evading police and spiraling into madness.

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Cast

GK

Gérard Kikoïne

Director

Anthony Perkins

Dr. Henry Jekyll

Anthony Perkins

Jack 'The Ripper' Hyde

Glynis Barber

Elisabeth Jekyll

Sarah Maur Ward

Susannah

David Lodge

Underwood

Ben Cole

Johnny

Ray Jewers

Newcomen

Jill Melford

Flora

Lisa Davis

Maria

Noel Coleman

Egglestone

BM

Briony McRoberts

Ann Underwood

ME

Mark Elliot

Lanyon

Harry Landis

Coroner

JP

Jill Pearson

Mrs. Egglestone

Basil Hoskins

Mr. Bollingham

RB

Ruth Burnett

Margot

CC

Carolyn Cortez

Maggie

Cathy Murphy

Cockney Prostitute

Claudia Udy

Liza

JF

J.P. Félix

Writer

RR

Ron Raley

Writer

ES

Edward Simons

Writer

Robert Louis Stevenson

Writer

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8 Comments

King Elijah SaMay 29, 2023

source: Edge of Sanity

Fredson LuvicuNov 16, 2022

Edge of Sanity

user9416103087202Nov 16, 2022

Anthony Perkins finally stars in remake of the Dr. Jekyll / Mr. Hyde story about a timid sexually repressed doctor who is transformed into a vicious, sleazy killer from time to time slashing the throats of hookers. This film is only of interest for yet another one of Perkins truly demented performances, some fine costumes & sets, and a few nice directorial touches. Be forewarned though, this remake is very graphic both sexually and violence wise.

Lborzwazi البرزوازيNov 16, 2022

I am not really surprised that "Edge of Sanity" has only a few reviews.This film is pretty tough to find,which is no bad thing.Anthony Perkins plays here Dr Jekyll/Jack Hyde,who as a Hyde murders and mutilates hookers in Jack the Ripper style.The acting from the supporting cast is diabolical,only Perkins proving effective,mainly due to his cadaverous features and tormented demeanor.The idea of a split personality with a particular sexual dysfunction also works with this material.Unfortunately the killings are mostly off-screen,but still "Edge of Sanity" has a pretty disturbing and sleazy quality to it.Some scenes are downright weird and rather unpleasant,so be prepared.Check it out,if you're curious.6 out of 10.

Ella FontamillasNov 16, 2022

Excellent performance by none other than Anthony Perkins. This 90's version of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde is impressive for it's high graphic content of sex and gore. Surely a delightful for horror fans who enjoy little known horror movies. Mr. Perkins' character is shy, and sexual repressed, similar to Norman Bates from "Psycho". But this time Mr. Perkins' great performance is mainly because his character is similar to Norman a shy sexually repressed man), which is Anthony Perkins' most recognized performance ever. The cockaine connection with the original Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde is interesting and even uses slasher elements. The result: a wicked movie only for horror fans. 6/10

KokaNov 16, 2022

To be honest, I have never seen or read the original story. Maybe this is a good thing, I don't know. As far as I can understand it gets the basic idea and only harshly does it re-make previous versions. Performances and film pace is overall OK. No stupid subplots and all, even some smiles raise from time to time. Due to some erotic scenes involving prostitutes, it can easily be characterized sexploitation, and as far as erotic stimulation is concerned, it scores quite high. Moreover having Anthony Perkins starring in it, it could easily be loved by horror completists or cultists. All in all, I had a nice time.

🇲🇦abir ML mounika 👰🇲🇦Nov 16, 2022

Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde meet Jack the Ripper in this sleazy foreign-produced film. After being plagued by visions of a sexual childhood trauma, Dr. Henry Jekyll becomes addicted to cocaine and transforms into an 80's punker (Jack "The Ripper" Hyde) with an insatiable lust for blood, hookers, and bare asses. Surprisingly tasteless, graphic, and shocking--especially for an Anthony Perkins movie! This is one of those flicks that fall into the category of being so bad it's good; so if you can get ahold it, I'd recommend it.

Rø Ýâ LtÿNov 16, 2022

Anthony Perkins gives a bizarre and unhinged performance in this gothic style adaption of the Dr.Jekyll and Mr.Hyde story complete with elements from Jack the Ripper. This time it's a cocaine-like substance which causes the good doctor to metamorph into the uncontrollable Jack Hyde. When Perkins is transformed into the savage beast he decides to make slashing the throats of prostitutes a hobby. Intriguing take on the over-played Jekyll and Hyde story with some twists and turns thrown in to keep the viewer interested. Also an excellent performance from Glynis Barber as Mrs.Jekyll. Atmospheric settings, weird situations, and over the top performances make this one an eye opener for anyone looking for something a little different. And when it comes to the role of Perkins, Edge of Sanity is a more than appropriate title.

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