''The Deadly Dream'' is an American

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thriller-drama film starring

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and

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. It premiered as the ''

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'' on September 25, 1971.

Plot

A scientist has reoccurring dreams in which he is pursued by a mysterious tribunal for something that he's not aware that he's done. He comes to realize that his dreams may have become his reality.

Cast

as Dr Jim Hanley *

as Laurel Hanley *

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as Dr Howard Geary * Leif Erickson as Dr Harold Malcolm * Don Stroud as Kagan *

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as Delgreve *Phillip Pine as Dr Farrow *Herbert Nelson as Dr Goodman * Arlene Dahl as Connie

Reception

The ''Los Angeles Times'' said the film "Leaves you guessing at the end as much as the beginning."Bridges Star of 'Dream' Thomas, Kevin. Los Angeles Times 27 Sep 1971: e16.

References

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