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The horror genius who died at 25 — and changed cinema forever.
TMDB
80
IMDb
70

The Young General: Reflections on Michael Reeves (2022)

Cult reverenceGothic melancholyBittersweet genius

Overview

Documentary

A revealing insight into the short life and times of Michael Reeves.

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Standout Aspects

Direction

Waddell's reverent yet unsentimental portrait of a doomed visionary.

Writing

Kim Newman's anecdotes are worth the runtime alone.

Best for:Solo: Late-night contemplation with a whiskey and Wikipedia ready.·Streaming: Perfect for horror fans who've exhausted the classics.
Heads up:Emotional: Reeves' death by overdose at 25 is discussed in detail.
C

Director

Calum Waddell

ReleasedMar 21, 2022
Runtime1h 13m
StatusReleased

Vibe

Pacesteady
Intensitymedium
Tonemixed
Feelheavy
High Rising Productions

Top Cast

Kim Newman

Kim Newman

Self

Ian Ogilvy

Ian Ogilvy

Self

Jonathan Rigby

Jonathan Rigby

Self

Pete Walker

Pete Walker

Self

Norman J. Warren

Norman J. Warren

Self

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Trivia, insights & behind the scenes

Trivia

Reeves was only 23 when he directed 'Witchfinder General' — younger than Orson Welles was for 'Citizen Kane'.

Insight

The documentary reveals Reeves' amphetamine use wasn't recreational — he used it to maintain brutal shooting schedules, essentially working himself to death.

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