
The Island of Dr. Moreau
A tropical paradise, untouched by man... where a bizarre civilization exists.
Directed by Don Taylor
Produced by American International Pictures, Major Productions
A dark, unsettling exploration of scientific hubris and the violation of nature, where a castaway discovers an island of grotesque hybrid creatures born from a mad scientist's experiments.
A ship-wrecked man floats ashore on an island in the Pacific Ocean. The island is inhabited by a scientist, Dr. Moreau, who in an experiment has turned beasts into human beings.
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Questions people ask
Is The Island of Dr. Moreau scary? Yes. More frightening than 87% of films.
Does The Island of Dr. Moreau end with hope? Barely. Less hopeful than 83% of films.
Is The Island of Dr. Moreau easy watching? Not especially. Less comforting than 74% of films.
Is The Island of Dr. Moreau violent? Somewhat. More violent than 68% of films.
Is The Island of Dr. Moreau sad? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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Like The Island of Dr. Moreau
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as The Island of Dr. Moreau
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like The Island of Dr. Moreau, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like The Island of Dr. Moreau, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like The Island of Dr. Moreau, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.


























































