The Screaming Skull (1973)

A failed scientist (David McCallum) survives by living off his wealthy wife (Carrie Nye), who hates him. When she demands he move out, he kills her. But it doesn't end there as she terrorizes him from beyond the grave. Directed by Gloria Monty. Originally shot on videotape for late night television, this neo Gothic horror film manages to stir up some ghostly atmosphere but its narrative is deja vu. We know right from the beginning where this is headed and sure enough, it goes straight there. McCallum does okay as the murderous scientist and Carrie Nye provides an appropriate bitterness as his unhappy wife but as McCallum's brother, Vincent Gardenia is just too obvious. He doesn't belong in this Gothic atmosphere. If you're fond of those Amicus portmanteau horror movies like TALES FROM THE CRYPT and VAULT OF HORROR, you might enjoy this one. With Sarah Cunningham and Leon B. Stevens.