Cat's Eye (1985)

The enigmatic and mesmerizing tale of Cat's Eye (1985) unfolds through three spine-chilling horror-thriller episodes, all intricately connected by a solitary, mysterious stray feline on an unshakeable mission to safeguard a young, imperiled girl. In the eerie shadows of New York City, our feline protagonist is ensnared by a sinister "doctor", who exploits the cat in his experimental methods to enforce smoking cessation upon Morrison, a man now caught in a terrifying web of ruthless consequences should he dare to defy. The narrative then sweeps us to the glittering, treacherous edges of Atlantic City, where the cat finds itself in the clutches of Cressner, an unscrupulous millionaire. Cressner manipulates the feline in his cruel game, forcing Norris, a tennis pro entangled in an illicit affair with Cressner's wife, to navigate a precarious ledge encircling his towering penthouse. The final chapter of this thrilling saga draws the cat to the quaint yet ominous town of Wilmington, North Carolina. Here, the feline's journey culminates as it crosses paths with Amanda, the innocent girl it has been destined to protect. The menace lurking in the shadows is a malevolent troll, dwelling within the hidden recesses of Amanda's bedroom, posing a threat from which she unknowingly needs protection. As the cat's journey intertwines with these three distinct narratives, prepare yourself for a riveting exploration of fear, courage, and the uncanny bond between humans and their seemingly ordinary pets.

Cat's Eye is a horror movie featuring Drew Barrymore.

Cat's Eye is currently streaming on Criterion Channel.

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