Of Unknown Origin 1983
“Two forces have claimed the house. Only one will survive.”
What is Of Unknown Origin?
Of Unknown Origin is a film first released in 1983. Catalogued under Horror.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1983
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 88 minutes
- Release date
- Nov 23, 1983
- Studios
- Canadian Film Development Corporation, Les Productions Mutuelles Ltée, Famous Players
- Genres
- Horror
- Updated
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Overview
Of Unknown Origin is a film first released in 1983. Catalogued under Horror. Produced and broadcast by Canadian Film Development Corporation, Les Productions Mutuelles Ltée, Famous Players. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“A newly renovated home becomes a battleground between man and a relentless rat.”
- Intense cat‑and‑mouse confrontation
- Atmospheric setting in a cramped townhouse
- Short runtime may leave some elements underexplored
- R rating limits younger viewers
Watch it if you enjoy tense, creature‑feature horror set in a confined domestic space.
The R rating indicates intense violence and frightening scenes, making it suitable for mature audiences only.
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What is the central premise of the film?
A man who has just finished rebuilding his townhouse becomes obsessed with a rat infestation that escalates into a deadly duel.
What genre does the movie belong to?
It is classified as a horror film.
How long is the movie?
The runtime is approximately one hour and twenty‑eight minutes.
When was the film released?
It was released in the United States on November 23, 1983.
Who is the main character?
The story centers on a man who has recently completed renovating his townhouse.