CBS Radio Mystery Theater – Future Eye (1976)) | Mercedes McCambridge

Описание: Future Eye (1976) is a classic episode of CBS Radio Mystery Theater, featuring a psychological narrative rooted in precognition and ethical conflict. Written by Elspeth Eric and hosted by E.G. Marshall, this broadcast exemplifies the artistry of mid-20th-century radio storytelling through its focus on internal tension.

🎙️ Program: CBS Radio Mystery Theater
Episode: #0499 - Future Eye
Original Air Date: July 19, 1976
Genre: Psychological Thriller
Running Time: 45 Minutes
Host: E.G. Marshall

Dr. Leslie Ames, a dedicated and rational physician, is thrust into a world of supernatural uncertainty when she begins to experience terrifying flashes of future events. Termed her 'future eye,' this newfound ability allows her to see impending deaths and disasters before they occur, specifically concerning her own patients. As she struggles with the moral weight of knowing what is to come, she faces the skepticism of her peers and the crushing isolation of her gift. The episode masterfully explores the boundary between medical science and the inexplicable, forcing Leslie to decide whether she should attempt to intervene in fate or remain a silent witness to unavoidable tragedies.

🎭 Starring Cast
• Mercedes McCambridge: Academy Award-winning actress and frequent CBSRMT performer.
• Marian Seldes: Prolific stage and radio actress who appeared in over 500 episodes of this series.
• Robert Dryden: Veteran radio performer active since the Golden Age of Radio.
• Leon Janney: Established radio actor known for diverse character work across multiple networks.

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📻 Production Notes & Historical Context
• The script was written by Elspeth Eric, who was known for her scripts focusing on the psychological depth of female protagonists.
• This episode aired during the bicentennial year of 1976, a period of high ratings for the CBS Radio Mystery Theater revival.
• Mercedes McCambridge and Marian Seldes, two of the most frequent leads on the show, appear together in this particular installment.
• The production utilized the signature 'creaking door' sound effect, a hallmark of producer Himan Brown's work since Inner Sanctum Mysteries.

💬 Character Quote
"It is not a gift; it is a curse. To see the end of a life on a screen in my mind, and to know there is nothing my medical training can do to stop it."

📡 Broadcasting History
Sound effects in early radio were often produced using a 'Manual SFX' table where artists manipulated everyday objects like cornstarch in a leather bag to simulate the sound of footsteps in snow.

📻 Vintage Radio Spotlight
Philco 37-630, 1937. This 'tombstone' style radio features a seven-tube chassis and three tuning bands for shortwave and standard broadcasts. Its marketing slogan was 'Philco: No Other Radio Has It!'

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