Stephen King's films, whether original works like Maximum Overdrive or adapted novels like Pet Semetary, traditionally have ended up as being utter rubbish (unless directed by Frank Darabont, of course.) But there is enjoyment to be had out of these dubious horror tales whether it’s the good (Christine), the bad (anything by Mick Garris) or the average (Salem’s Lot…yeah, get over it, I don’t like it very much, never did, never will!)
One of those average mid 1980’s efforts is the anthology Cat’s Eye which takes three separate tales and links them by including a cat somewhere in each story. Each segment is quite distinctive from the other, each having a strong central concept, and is enlivened by some strong casting with James Woods, Kenneth McMillan and Drew Barrymore headlining the different chapters. The Woods segment, about a private anti-smoking clinic that goes to elaborate lengths to get its clients to give up tobacco, is the most memorable, the most twisted and the one with the best ending. The others lack the strong plotting and decent twist ending of Wood’s chapter but at least the final Barrymore segment is made more colourful with some great visual effects and a great Carlo Ramboldi creation.
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