Маниту (1977)

"Manitou" is a horror and thriller film from 1977, directed by William Girdler. The film is set in both Canada and the United States, and stars actors Tony Curtis, Michael Ansara, Suzee Slater, Stella Stevens, Jon Cedar, Ann Sothern, Burgess Meredith, Paul Mantee, Jeanette Nolan, and Lurene Tuttle. The story follows a woman named Karen Tandy (played by Susan Strasberg), who seeks the help of a world-renowned psychic named Harry Erskine (played by Tony Curtis) after experiencing strange occurrences that lead her to believe she may be possessed by an ancient Native American spirit. Harry uncovers a shocking truth: the spirit is that of a powerful Native American shaman called Manitou, who is attempting to return to life and take control of the world. As Harry and Karen work together to stop Manitou, they are aided by a Native American medicine man, John Singing Rock (played by Michael Ansara), who provides valuable insight into the spirit world. The film builds to a thrilling finale as the characters race against time to prevent Manitou from achieving his ultimate goal. Overall, "Manitou" is a chilling horror film with well-crafted suspense and a talented cast. The film's focus on Native American spirituality and mythology adds an interesting layer to the story, and the iconic ending is sure to leave a lasting impression on viewers.