The Initiation of Sarah 1978
"She Was Born With Devastating Psychic Powers. And She's Forced To Unleash Them In A Shocking Finale!"
Robert Day's 1978 chiller, *The Initiation of Sarah*, follows a painfully shy teenager whose hidden psychic abilities could level a city block.
Director: Robert Day
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Initiation of Sarah (1978) about?
This made-for-TV horror follows Sarah Goodwin, a college freshman with dangerous mental abilities she can't control. After being shunned by her school's top sorority, she's taken in by a rival house whose mother has dark plans for Sarah's powers.
Who directed The Initiation of Sarah?
Robert Day directed the 1978 film, bringing a classic TV-movie tone to the supernatural story.
Who stars in The Initiation of Sarah?
The film stars Kay Lenz, Shelley Winters, Tony Bill, Kathryn Grant, and Morgan Fairchild.
Is The Initiation of Sarah (1978) worth watching?
If you enjoy 1970s TV horror with psychic themes and campus drama, it's an engaging slice of nostalgia. While not a masterpiece, the performances—especially Winters'—and the steadily building tension make it a solid late-night watch.
How long is The Initiation of Sarah?
The movie runs 96 minutes, a tight runtime that keeps the supernatural suspense sharp.
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About The Initiation of Sarah (1978) — 1970s Horror TV Movie with Psychic Powers and Sorority Secrets
Robert Day's 1978 chiller, *The Initiation of Sarah*, follows a painfully shy teenager whose hidden psychic abilities could level a city block. As Sarah steps onto a college campus for the first time, her plans to find belonging alongside her outgoing twin sister quickly unravel when they're rejected by the sorority elite. Left to fend for herself, Sarah stumbles into a second fraternity house that seems warm at first—until its enigmatic matriarch reveals a sinister agenda to weaponize Sarah's uncontrollable powers.
Tense hallway confrontations and eerie séances build toward a climax where Sarah must choose between unleashing her devastating gifts or surrendering to forces that want to exploit them. With its moody dorm halls and supernatural undertones, the film blends coming-of-age dread with old-school horror flair—perfect for fans of psychic thrillers from the golden age of made-for-TV fright nights.