Dr. Giggles
In 1957, Evan Rendell flees after his father is lynched for killing multiple patients in his effort to find a replacement heart for his ailing wife. After 35 years, Evan escapes from a mental institution and returns to town for revenge, killing off residents one by one. When Jennifer and her friends break into the Rendell house out of morbid curiosity, Evan notices Jennifer has a heart condition similar to his mother and decides to make her his final victim.
Critics Sentiment
Dr. Giggles begins stalking and killing residents creatively
Jennifer Campbell introduced with heart condition and boyfriend
The film jumps from its weakest point during generic teen character introductions to its strongest during Dr. Giggles' inventive killing spree.
Dr. Giggles delivers an uneven but entertaining slasher experience that peaks during Larry Drake's committed villain performance and creative kill sequences. While critics consistently praised the inventive medical-themed murders and atmospheric cinematography, they found the teenage characters clichéd and the overall execution inconsistent. The film succeeds as campy horror entertainment despite its predictable plotting and tonal inconsistencies.
Full cast
Larry Drake
Dr. Evan Rendell
Holly Marie Combs
Jennifer Campbell
Cliff DeYoung
Tom Campbell
Glenn Quinn
Max Anderson
Keith Diamond
Officer Joe Reitz
Richard Bradford
Officer Hank Magruder
Michelle Johnson
Tamara
Nancy Fish
Elaine Henderson
Sara Melson
Coreen
Zoe Trilling
Normi
Darin Heames
Stu
Deborah Tucker
Dianne
Doug E. Doug
Trotter
Denise Barnes
Leigh
John Vickery
Dr. Chamberlain
Crew
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