Eps 11: Tales from the crypt story
In the "Tales from the Crypt" story, a wealthy woman who was fond of beautiful things died and was buried with all her valuables. A group of grave robbers decided to dig up her grave and steal her treasures. However, they soon discovered that she was not really dead, but in a state of suspended animation. When she woke up, she was horrified to find herself in a coffin, surrounded by thieves. The thieves were equally shocked to find a living person in the coffin they were trying to rob. The woman revealed that she had been placed in the state of suspended animation by a doctor who had promised to reverse it after a year, but he had died before fulfilling his promise. The thieves realized that they could make a fortune by selling her to a medical school, and they kidnapped her. However, they realized too late that they had forgotten to bring along the key to unlock the coffin. In the end, the woman was buried alive, and the thieves were unable to profit from their crime.
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One of the most memorable TFTC episodes was the seventh episode of season three, titled "Abra Cadaver." The episode was directed by Stephen Hopkins and starred Beau Bridges, Tony Goldwyn, and Patricia Charbonneau. The story is about an accomplished surgeon, Dr. Max Perry, who is found guilty of malpractice and sentenced to death. However, just before his execution, Max is given an experimental serum that puts him in a state of suspended animation. He wakes up 10 years later, but there is a catch. Max can only remain conscious for brief periods, and he is at the mercy of a vengeful assistant who plans to torment him with strange experiments.
The episode begins with Max's guilty verdict, and we see the doctor being escorted to his cell on death row. However, just before his execution, Max is approached by his former assistant, Carl Schlagel. Carl offers Max a chance at a new life by administering the experimental serum. Carl explains that the serum will put Max's body in a state of suspended animation, much like hibernation. Max will wake up ten years later, with a new identity, a new life, and a chance to start afresh.
Max agrees to Carl's proposal, and he is injected with the serum. The next ten years pass by in a flash, and Max wakes up in a strange new world. He is greeted by his new assistant, Gabriel, who informs Max of the changes that have occurred since his "death." Gabriel explains that Max's wife remarried and moved away, and his friends and colleagues have moved on with their lives without him.
Max's happiness is short-lived when he realizes that his consciousness can only remain active for a short time. He has to be injected with a serum that keeps him conscious. Max also discovers that Gabriel is not who he appears to be. Gabriel is actually Carl's son, who is seeking revenge on Max for his father's mistreatment.
Gabriel begins a series of torturous experiments on Max, which keep the doctor in a state of fear and confusion. Max's only solace comes in brief moments of consciousness, and he must come up with a plan to thwart Gabriel's sinister intentions.
The climax of the episode sees Max and Gabriel engaged in a brutal fight, which ends with Max's death. However, Max is not gone for good. He manages to cheat death once again by transferring his consciousness into Gabriel's body, and Max lives on in the body of his nemesis.
The episode is a classic TFTC story, filled with suspense, gore, and a twist ending that keeps the audience on the edge of their seats. The performances by Beau Bridges and Tony Goldwyn are outstanding, and they bring the characters of Max and Gabriel to life with vivid intensity.
In conclusion, Tales from the Crypt is a series that has stood the test of time. It is a cultural phenomenon that continues to ignite terror in the hearts of audiences worldwide. "Abra Cadaver" is just another example of TFTC's captivating storytelling and brilliant performances. It's a must-watch episode for horror fans and anyone who loves a good scare. So, turn off the lights, get comfortable, and prepare yourself for a chilling tale from the crypt.