On this day, February 4, 1983, the supernatural horror film The Entity premiered in theaters. Directed by Sidney J. Furie and starring Barbara Hershey, the film was based on the real-life paranormal experiences of Doris Bither, a woman who claimed to have been tormented by an unseen force.
Blending psychological horror with supernatural elements, The Entity became a cult classic, praised for its chilling atmosphere and Hershey’s powerful performance. The film was controversial for its disturbing themes but has since been recognized as one of the more unsettling supernatural horror films of its era.
The Entity was made on a budget of $9 million and grossed $13.3 million at the box office.
Fun fact: The real life case that inspired The Entity was investigated by paranormal researchers Barry Taff and Kerry Gaynor, who claimed to have witnessed unexplained phenomena in Doris Bither’s home.
Trivia question: Which 1973 horror film was also based on a real-life paranormal case involving alleged supernatural possession?
Blending psychological horror with supernatural elements, The Entity became a cult classic, praised for its chilling atmosphere and Hershey’s powerful performance. The film was controversial for its disturbing themes but has since been recognized as one of the more unsettling supernatural horror films of its era.
The Entity was made on a budget of $9 million and grossed $13.3 million at the box office.
Fun fact: The real life case that inspired The Entity was investigated by paranormal researchers Barry Taff and Kerry Gaynor, who claimed to have witnessed unexplained phenomena in Doris Bither’s home.
Trivia question: Which 1973 horror film was also based on a real-life paranormal case involving alleged supernatural possession?
