The Bat People
After the sun has set and the night wind has died comes the hour of the bat people!
Directed by Jerry Jameson
Produced by American International Pictures, Eastborne Productions
A low-budget creature-transformation horror film where a scientist's bat bite triggers an inexplicable metamorphosis into a vampire bat, leading to tragedy and a descent into violence.
Dr. John Beck, recently married, decides to take his wife, Cathy, spelunking in Carlsbad Cavern. While there, Dr. Beck, who specializes in bats, is bitten by a fruit bat. He is then, inexplicably, transformed into a vampire bat. While he escapes and seeks help from another doctor, it is clear the treatments are not working. In fact, they are aggravating his condition. Dr. Beck unwittingly goes on a killing spree, catching the attention of Sergeant Ward.
Essence
Ensemble
Like The Bat People
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as The Bat People
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like The Bat People, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like The Bat People, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like The Bat People, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.
