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Altered States (1980) Ken Russell
This film follows a respected scientist through his experimentation in sensory deprivation tanks combined with trippy hallucinogenic drugs to achieve new levels of consciousness. convinced that it may help him unlock different states of consciousness. Early success leads more time in sensory deprivation, where is grasp on reality begins to slip away. Is his altered mental and physical states truly human origin? Or is he totally lost? His wife is depicted as a strong female character with her own research career. Special effects of the era are well done. Also well written, directed and acted. Available through Amazon and WatchNow.
Event Horizon (1997) Paul W. S. Anderson
The deep space vessel, Event Horizon disappeared in 2040, in the vicinity of Neptune. Seven years later, as the rescue ship, Lewis and Clark approaches the Event Horizon, sensors indicate very cold temperatures and no signs of human life. But sensors pick up signs of other life forms. The crew is in for a horrific saga. Despite the film’s original negative reviews, the film has a cult following, with lots of familiar faces. Available through Amazon and Hulu.Read More Staff Picks:
