Gerald Campion, born in 1921 in Bloomsbury, London, is recognized for his work in cult cinema, particularly in The Fast Lady (1962) and The Sorcerers (1967). Although best known for his role as Billy Bunter in the 1950s television adaptation, Campion's film career reveals a more eclectic side, blending comedy and fantasy. In The Sorcerers, he contributes to the eerie atmosphere of the film, which explores the darker edges of human desire. His performances in these films highlight his ability to navigate the peculiarities of cult genres.
The Sorcerers
In London, the merchant Mike Roscoe and his girlfriend Nicole go to a nightclub to dance. When they meet their friend Alan, he dances with Nicole while Mike goes to a nearby bar. Meanwhile, the hypnotist Prof. Marcus Monserrat has developed a piece of equipment for controlling minds and decides to seek out a guinea pig on the streets to test the device. He meets Mike in the bar and invites him home, where he introduces his wife Estelle Monserrat to the youngster. They test the system on Mike, controlling his mind and sharing his feelings. However the wicked Estelle enjoys the sensation and decides to use Mike in evil acts, and Marcus is incapable to control his wife. What will Estelle do with Mike and will Marcus succeed in stopping his deranged wife?
