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In 1935 Connecticut, twin boys Niles and Holland live with an extended family including their widowed and deeply troubled mother. The younger twin Niles has also befriended a neighbour and Russian emigrant Ada who has taught Niles astral projection so he can experience many new things first hand. Tragedy strikes when a series of unpleasant but seemingly unrelated accidents occur.

Whilst a considerable chunk of the mystery is perhaps not difficult to spot almost from the outset, this in no way spoils the story which starts like an episode of The Waltons and slowly gets darker and darker leading to a truly shocking and chilling climax. The atmosphere of life in 1935 Connecticut is nicely portrayed with the wider family and community dreamily and happily co-existing with each other whilst a sinister story plays out. The acting is tremendous, particularly from acting teacher guru / legend Uta Hagen as Ada and especially the Udvarnoky twins, who are on the screen for most of the time and easily convince and hold your attention throughout. One you won't forget in a hurry.