The Black Sleep
“The Terror Drug That Wakes the Dead!”
Overview
In 19th century England, a noted brain surgeon rescues a former student from being hanged on a false conviction for murder, and spirits him away to an ancient, repurposed abbey far in the countryside. There, he connives his pupil into assisting him in mapping the functions of the various parts of the human brain, using living subjects who are under a terrible animation-suspending drug called "black sleep". Subsequently, the student, along with the daughter of one of the subjects, discover that most of these subjects have survived but are being kept in a dungeon-like cellar, in various stages of physical and mental derangement...
Frequently Asked Questions & Story Details
Who directed The Black Sleep?
The Black Sleep was directed by Reginald Le Borg.
What was the budget and revenue for The Black Sleep?
The official budget was $225,000 and the movie went on to gross $0 worldwide.
Where was The Black Sleep produced?
It was produced by companies including Bel-Air Productions, United Artists in United States of America.
The Black Sleep Ending Explained & Trivia
The ending of The Black Sleep wraps up key thematic points regarding its characters. The film showcases excellent use of sound design, writing, and visual effects to create an immersive cinematic environment. For full analysis of ending theories, you can check out our corresponding articles in the Lumaflicks Blog section.
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