The Hypnotist DVD (2014) Paul Carpenter, Tully (DIR) cert PG Title: The Hypnotist Leading Actor: Paul Carpenter Region: Region 2 Duration: 86 mins Format: DVD / Normal Type: DVD No. of Discs: 1 disc(s) Studio / Publisher: Fremantle UK Release Date: 22 Sep 2014 Classic British crime thriller written and directed by Montgomery Tully and starring Paul Carpenter, William Hartnell and Patricia Roc. The film follows test pilot Val Neal (Carpenter), as he recovers from a crash which has left him suffering from blackouts. While undergoing treatment from psychiatrist Dr. Francis Pelham (Roland Culver) for his condition, Val escapes during a particularly violent episode and is later connected to a murder. With no recollection of the crime or his whereabouts at the time, can Val convince the authorities of his innocence?