
How Awful About Allan
A Tense Psychological Thriller
Directed by Curtis Harrington
Produced by Aaron Spelling Productions, ABC
A claustrophobic psychological thriller centered on a vulnerable, traumatized man navigating paranoia and distrust within his own home.
After an eight-month stay in a mental hospital, a tormented man comes home to live with his sister; but a mysterious boarder may be trying to kill him.
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Questions people ask
Is How Awful About Allan sad? Yes. More sad than 82% of films.
Does How Awful About Allan end with hope? Barely. Less hopeful than 78% of films.
Is How Awful About Allan easy watching? Not especially. Less comforting than 74% of films.
Is How Awful About Allan scary? Somewhat. More frightening than 67% of films.
Is How Awful About Allan violent? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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Like How Awful About Allan
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
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Like How Awful About Allan, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like How Awful About Allan, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like How Awful About Allan, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.
























































