Blu-ray Review – Psychic Killer

1975's "Psychic Killer" is an unusual take on a murderous rampage. The screenplay arranges the usual antagonisms and paranoia associated with the genre, but instead of detailing the movement of a bloodthirsty murderer, it remains weirdly meditative as it showcases grisly deaths and developing panic. Perhaps the effort isn't completely original, but it feels like a fresh take on old business, with director Raymond Danton paying attention to characterization and suspense while still indulging all the gore this type of entertainment needs to make a suitable impression. "Psychic Killer" is an effective but throttled romp with dangerous men and savage mental power, and its unusual approach to the routine of screen death keeps it interesting, often celebrating its strange ways as much as the B-movie budget allows. Read the rest at Blu-ray.com