The Mephisto Waltz

Music journalist Myles Clarkson (Alan Alda) is in for some thrills of the occult variety in this spooky horror gem, based on the novel by Fred Mustard Stewart. When Myles gets an interview with reclusive, terminally ill pianist Duncan Ely (Curt Jurgens), his body becomes possessed by the Satan-worshipping Ely’s consciousness. Can Myles’ wife (Jacqueline Bisset) save his soul, or will she find his new personality more appealing? With Barbara Parkins, Bradford Dillman, William Windom. 115 min. Widescreen; Soundtrack: English; Subtitles: English; audio commentary; theatrical trailers.