Enjoyable Richard Gordon-produced knock off of The Quatermass Experiment, revolving around a test pilot who goes into space, comes back a mutant and goes on a rampage. Marshall Thompson, as the pilot's brother, is a little dull but the sibling connection gives this some surprising emotional resonance, particularly at the end as he talks to his brother.
It is directed with customary professionalism by Robert Day, who was becoming known for his "neat" horror/sci fi flicks around this time (eg The Haunted Strangler). There's a decent amount of intelligence on display, though it does lack some powerhouse moments which could have made this a classic. Marla Landi is wasted in a support role as the girl.
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