Apt Pupil (DVD, 1998) Psychological Thriller - Ian McKellen, Brad Renfro

This is the DVD of the 1998 psychological thriller "Apt Pupil," starring Ian McKellen and Brad Renfro. This pre-owned disc is in good, playable condition. Note: There is handwriting on the cover inlay, as pictured.

Based on a Stephen King novella, the film follows Todd Bowden (Renfro), a high school student who discovers his elderly neighbor (McKellen) is a fugitive Nazi war criminal. Instead of turning him in, Todd blackmails the man to hear his disturbing stories, leading to a dark psychological corruption for them both.

The film is a "blood-chilling, heart-stopping thriller!" as noted by CBS-TV on the cover. It's an offbeat and dark look at the nature of evil, with critics praising the "terrific" and "chilling" performance by Ian McKellen.

This is a must-see for fans of Stephen King adaptations and dark psychological thrillers. It's an unsettling and unique film from Bryan Singer, director of *The Usual Suspects*.

The film is a "study in cruelty" that explores the idea that "people are the real monsters". It's a dark departure from typical Hollywood thrillers, with a much bleaker tone than the average King adaptation.

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