The Entity Synopsis & Review: Plot Summary

🎯 Quick Overview

😅 Plot Summary – Badly Explained

A single mom is haunted and sexually assaulted by an invisible force… because… science?

🍿 The Entity: Detailed Plot Synopsis

Initial Attacks and Skepticism

Carla Moran, a single mother of three living in Los Angeles, experiences a terrifying assault in her own bedroom. She is violently raped by an unseen entity. Disturbed and shaken, she tries to confide in her friend, Cindy, about the inexplicable event. As the attacks escalate, Carla seeks help from psychiatrist Dr. Phil Sneiderman, who initially dismisses her claims as hallucinations stemming from past trauma. He believes her experiences are rooted in psychological distress rather than a genuine supernatural occurrence. Dr. Sneiderman struggles to reconcile Carla’s account with any rational explanation, clinging to the belief that her mind is fabricating the events.

Escalating Paranormal Activity and Seeking Help

The paranormal activity surrounding Carla intensifies, leading to frightening incidents witnessed by her children and her friend Cindy. Cindy, initially skeptical, becomes convinced of Carla’s ordeal after seeing the entity’s influence firsthand. This leads Carla to explore alternative explanations beyond traditional psychiatry. Desperate, Carla turns to parapsychology, seeking help from a team of researchers who study paranormal phenomena. They begin investigating her case, documenting the strange occurrences and attempting to understand the nature of the entity. These parapsychologists see Carla’s case as a unique opportunity to study a potentially real and dangerous supernatural force.

The Experiment and Confrontation

The parapsychologists propose a dangerous experiment: to recreate Carla’s home inside a laboratory and attempt to trap the entity using liquid helium. They theorize that the entity, despite being invisible, possesses a physical form and therefore can be frozen. This leads to a tense and perilous confrontation. During the experiment, the entity turns the liquid helium against Carla, creating a life-threatening situation. Despite the danger, Carla confronts the entity, asserting her will and refusing to be controlled. Dr. Sneiderman, finally convinced of the reality of the situation, intervenes to save her.

⚠️ Spoilers and Ending Explained

🎬 Cast & Characters

• Carla Moran (Barbara Hershey): A single mother who is repeatedly attacked by an invisible entity, struggling to protect herself and her children.
• Phil Sneiderman (Ron Silver): A psychiatrist who initially disbelieves Carla’s claims, attributing her experiences to psychological trauma.
• Billy (David Labiosa): Carla’s teenage son, who attempts to protect his mother and becomes a witness to the entity’s attacks.
• Cindy Nash (Margaret Blye): Carla’s supportive friend who initially doubts her claims but eventually witnesses the paranormal activity.
• Jerry Anderson (Alex Rocco): Carla’s boyfriend, who witnesses a disturbing attack and struggles to cope with the supernatural events.

💬 Memorable Quotes

• The Entity: “Welcome home, cunt.” – The chilling line spoken at the end of the film, after Carla returns to her house, indicating the entity is still present.
• Carla Moran: “It can never have me!” – Said defiantly during the climax as the entity attempts to attack her with the liquid helium.

💰Box Office

• Budget: $9,000,000
• Domestic Gross: $13,277,558
• Worldwide Gross: $13,277,558

💥 The Entity Reviews

Personal Review

Wow, this movie is seriously disturbing. Barbara Hershey’s performance is incredible, and the feeling of helplessness is palpable. The special effects might be a little dated, but the sheer intensity of the horror more than makes up for it. I was on the edge of my seat the whole time. The scene in the bedroom was particularly chilling and left me feeling uneasy for days. Definitely not for the faint of heart, but a must-see for horror fans.

• Who would enjoy:
  • “Fans of supernatural horror movies.”
  • “Viewers interested in films based on alleged true events.”
  • “Those who appreciate strong female lead performances in horror.”
  • “Audiences who enjoy unsettling and ambiguous endings.”
• Content warnings ⚠:
  • “Sexual assault and rape”
  • “Violence”
  • “Disturbing imagery”
  • “Nudity”

Professional Reviews

• Variety: “Hershey delivers a compelling performance, but the movie often struggles to balance its supernatural horror with its dramatic elements. The special effects, while dated, are occasionally effective.
• AllMovie: “Effective as a horror film. Director Sidney J. Furie teases the audience with just enough to create an atmosphere of dread and suspense, even if the scientific explanations fall flat. Hershey is captivating.

Audience Reactions

Barbara Hershey’s acting was absolutely phenomenal!: Everyone seems to agree that Barbara Hershey’s performance elevates the movie significantly.

Overall Consensus: A disturbing and intense supernatural horror film, carried by a strong performance from Barbara Hershey, though some aspects are dated.

Awards

🛠️ Behind the Scenes

• “Barbara Hershey has described this as one of her best and most creatively fulfilling experiences as an actress. She felt very safe and protected with director Sidney J. Furie.”
• “Several actresses, including Bette Midler, Sally Field, Jane Fonda, and Jill Clayburgh, were considered for the role of Carla Moran before Barbara Hershey was cast.”

🖥️ How to Watch The Entity?

As of October 2024, “The Entity” is available for rent or purchase on various platforms including Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play Movies, and Vudu. Check your local listings for availability on other streaming services and cable providers. Physical copies on DVD and Blu-ray are also available for purchase from major retailers.

🎥 Similar Movies

If you enjoyed The Entity, you might like these similar films:

• Poltergeist (1982): Both films deal with paranormal disturbances affecting a family, creating suspense and terror in their home.
• Audrey Rose (1977): Deals with the themes of the paranormal and skepticism. Written by Frank De Felitta who also wrote The Entity.
• The Changeling (1980): Features a protagonist haunted by a supernatural presence in their home, exploring themes of trauma and the unexplained.

🛒 The Entity Related Products

• The Entity [Blu-ray]: High-definition restoration for improved picture quality, including special features and interviews about the making of the film.
• Barbara Hershey Signed Photo: A professionally printed photograph of Barbara Hershey in her role as Carla Moran, personally signed by the actress.

🎧 Soundtrack

The Entity features a captivating soundtrack that enhances the movie’s atmosphere and emotional impact. Here are some notable tracks:

• “Main Title” – performed by Charles Bernstein
• “Attack Montage” – performed by Charles Bernstein

You can find the complete soundtrack on Amazon Music and Apple Music.

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🔥 Bonus Content

Smile 2 Demonic Entity Anatomy + Origin Explored – What Is The True Origin And Intent Of The Entity?

Ever wonder about the nature of truly scary movie entities? This video delves into the anatomy and possible origins of the ‘Smile’ entity, which has some surprisingly similar thematic elements to the entity in our film – it’s a super interesting comparison!

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