Quatermass and the Pit (1967)
aka Five Million Years to Earth
Genre: Sci-Fi | Horror
Country: UK | Director: Roy Ward Baker
Language: English | Subtitles: English (optional, embedded in Mkv file)
Aspect ratio: Widescreen 1.66:1 | Length: 97mn
Bdrip H264 Mkv – 1200×720 – 23.976fps – 3.28gb
http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0062168/
While digging a new subway line in London, a construction crew discovers first: a skeleton, then what they think is an old World War II German missle. Upon closer examination the “missle” appears to be not of this earth! This movie examines the age old question of how we came to be on this planet. It is suprizingly scary.
Quatermass & the pit is one of the best movies made by Hammer studios, who are more usually associated with 1960s English horror films. The screenplay is by Nigel Kneale and is based on his 1950s 6-episode television mini-series of the same name.
A mysterious object is unearthed during extension work on a London underground station, and although the authorities try to explain it away as an unexploded German weapon from WWII, the heroes (Professors Quatermass & Rowney) discover it is far more ancient and threatening.
A horror/sf film which will appeal to thoughtful viewers. The plot is intelligent and the film is quite different to the modern style of blitzkrieg-action style thrillers. The acting and direction are faultless. Highly recommended.
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