What the Peeper Saw
What the Peeper Saw or Night Hair Child is a 1972 horror film directed by James Kelley and Andrea Bianchi and starring Mark Lester, Britt Ekland, Hardy Krüger and Lilli Palmer.
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Edited by | Nicholas Wentworth[1] |
Music by | Stelvio Cipriani[1] |
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Running time | 89 minutes |
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Synopsis
Marcus is a twelve-year-old schoolboy whose mother has recently died, leaving it up to his wealthy father Paul to look after him. He takes a sexual interest in his stepmother Elise. She notices his abnormal behaviour and investigates by visiting his school after discovering a torn-up letter from his headmaster. Elise is shocked by her findings. She becomes increasingly disturbed and wonders if Marcus is to blame for his mother's death. She enlists the help of psychiatrist Dr Viorne to find answers.
Cast
- Mark Lester as Marcus
- Britt Ekland as Elise
- Hardy Krüger as Paul
- Lilli Palmer as Dr Viorne
- Harry Andrews as Headmaster
- Conchita Montes as Sophie
- Collette Jack as Sarah
Release
What the Peeper Saw was released in Italy on 14 October 1972 and in West Germany on 7 February 1973.[1]
References
- "Der Zeuge hinter der Wand" (in German). Filmportal.de. Retrieved 26 September 2018.