Patrick Duffy stars as a doctor who moves to a small town with his wife, where they experience strange events taking place and a sinister presence dwelling there. Seems like the entire town's out to get them. It's based on a novel by John Saul, known for his mixture of mystery, horror, and diabolical genres. Not a bad TV movie - has plenty of suspense and even some jump-out-at-you moments to keep you on the edge of your seat. The acting was a little cheesy at times, particularly that of the two children. But, the plot was well-paced and the overall movie was quite entertaining.Grade B

Overall plot is a rip-off of "The Fog." The special effects are lifted from Roger Corman-Vincent Price Poe movies (same shots of rolling clouds and lightning endlessly repeated). The two kids can't act; I think the boy was chosen because he could make his eyes real big. Duffy is surprisingly okay. Easy to figure out who's the villain, just look for who isn't around when things happen.

Bearded psychiatrist Dr. Brad Russell (Patrick Duffy) has just moved to the remote coastal town of Clark's Harbor with dutiful wife Elaine (Cindy Pickett). Things are a bit strange from the get-go, as they learn that their neighbours will include the family of one of Brad's former juvenile patients, Robby Parker (Shawn Carson). The fact that a local fisherman then shows up dead in his own net seems to seal the spooky deal, as does the story of local loony Riley(Jeff Corey), who informs the Russells in best method acting style that the town's beach once served as the site of sacrifices made by a now extinct tribe of Indians. The balance of the film consists of three things: ominous stock footage of storm clouds rolling in, Robby's nightly trips to the storm-lashed beach (ostensibly to search for the family mutt) via his bedroom window, which never seems to be locked or secured, and gauzy shots of ghostly Native Americans dancin' the night away. There's a 'surprise ending' that won't surprise anyone who's seen more than one or two fright flicks and plenty of screaming. As unambitious as it is, though, this is a perfectly enjoyable Movie of the Week filled with familiar faces like Brian Keith, Martin Kove, and Parley Baer. Perfect late night viewing on a cold winter's night, as long as you keep expectations in check.

Saw this on UK TV some years back - just as my interest in John Saul reached a peak.Not a bad film, really - considering the TV-movie limitations imposed on it - but not so great either.If you like John Saul give it a go - otherwise......don't bother.