The Astral Factor
Demonstrating that a little knowledge is a dangerous thing, a convicted strangler studies the paranormal and finds a way to render himself invisible. Once he escapes, he sets out to find and eliminate five women who remind him of the mother he murdered. A police lieutenant sets out to safeguard them and bring the invisible killer to justice.
Why it matters
A low-budget blend of paranormal thriller and slasher that rides its wild premise with unpolished charm and 70s grindhouse grit.
- Early example of invisibility used as a stalking method, predating more polished genre entries.
- Uneven acting and rough pacing can trip up casual viewers but add to its cult midnight movie appeal.
- Practical effects on a shoestring budget give the killer’s invisibility an eerie, uncanny quality.
- For fans of obscure 70s horror digging into regional indies where atmosphere and concept outrun resources.
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Cast
Horror DNA
Gore
14
Slow Burn
33
Psychological
57
Supernatural
20
Creature
18
Disturbing
0
Fun Factor
33
Cerebral
0
Survival
50
Serial Killer
