The Hand (1981)

In the tranquility of the countryside, celebrated comic book writer and cartoonist Jonathan "Jon" Lansdale crafts the thrilling exploits of his successful hero "Mandro". His peaceful existence is uprooted when his wife, Anne, yearns for the bustling energy of New York City, sparking a heated debate that culminates in a devastating car accident. Amidst the wreckage, Jon's right hand is mysteriously lost, forcing him to adapt to a life of prosthesis. Moving to the pulsating heart of New York City, Jon's life takes a further downturn when his editor, Karen Wagner, replaces him with a new cartoonist who alters the essence of 'Mandro'. Distraught and penniless, Jon relocates to sun-drenched California, taking up a teaching position at a college while his family remains in New York. There, he embarks on a passionate affair with a captivating student, Stella Roche, only to be swayed by rumors of her easy virtue. But as Jon distances himself, a chilling sequence of events unfold - his severed hand, absent since the accident, emerges from the shadows, gruesomely executing those who have wronged him. As Christmas approaches, Anne and their daughter, Lizzie, join Jon in California. Secrets unravel, revealing Anne's betrayal and plans to relocate to Los Angeles with Lizzie. Amidst the turmoil, Jon's hand strikes again, attempting to strangle Anne. As the horror unfolds, Jon is left questioning the reality of his hand's malevolent existence - Is it truly an autonomous entity, hell-bent on punishing those who incur his wrath?

The Hand is a horror movie featuring Michael Caine.

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