Joseph P. Ulibas The Baby (1973) is a psychological horror/thriller directed by the late Ted "Magnum Force" Post and it stars Ruth Roman, Michael Pataki, Anjanette Comer and David Mooney as Baby. Ann Gentry is a social worker who is given a strange case dealing with a grown man named Baby whose overbearing mother Mrs. Wadsworth and two sister Germaine and Alba keep him in diapers and a giant crib. Getting a babysitter for Baby and trying to keep him happy can be a real trial for Mom and his hot-to-trot siblings. Will Miss Gentry be able to rescue the him from the wrath of his family or will she end up like the previous social worker?A weird movie that was the inspiration for MadTv's character Stuart and it's just as twisted and bizarre. The movie has many underlying themes that would give a film lover a field day in trying to resolve. Ted Post's direction was often overlooked because of the films he's worked on but know's how to keep his audience in checked. The Baby's ending not only comes out of left field but it's a bitter sweet finale.Fans of B-movies and psychological horror flicks will enjoy this one.

belalugosihouse This is one of those really bizarre films that those of us who appreciate this kind of thing can really enjoy. I did. With the glee of voyeurism, and the thrill of horror, I can say I recommend it. Also, who could resist the 1970s look, feel, and clothes? What a trip back in time. Whoever remembers Ruth Roman in her glory days will be a little unsettled, but she delivers an appropriately creepy performance. The ending was totally unexpected, as others have noted. I will watch this again. The only criticism is that I wish the actor playing "Baby" was incredibly good looking instead of average, and that the baby cries were his, instead of a dubbed baby, which would make it above average and more creepy. I love Anjanette Comer, especially her performance in "The Loved One." Here she is perfect.

Leonard Smalls: The Lone Biker of the Apocalypse I went into this one totally blind- I was actually expecting a cheeseball, low budget ripoff of "Rosemary's Baby." Boy was I mistaken.This movie is totally strange and uniquely disturbing; and I mean that in a good way. The image of the baby playing ball and trying to stand up will be forever burned into my psyche. The day after viewing, I found myself thinking of his awkward movements and his upsetting cries.Nice little twist at the end- not on the level of some flicks today. but hey for '73, it definitely impressed me.Recommended for fans of early John Waters, 70's TV horror movies, etc. Would make a good double feature with "Bad Boy Bubby." 8 out of 10, kids.

drpakmanrains I discovered this 70's shocker by accident on Netflix about 2 years ago, never having heard of it before. I normally don't give an 8 to movies with schlocky effects, script, outlandish characters, and a full grown normal man playing a "baby" in diapers, with piped in baby cooing and crying. What this is, that nobody seems to have mentioned, is the perfect EC Horror Comic type adaptation. While all the tries to capture the essence of "Tales From The Crypt" etc. have mostly disappointed, this film, while not using a story from their collection, manages to capture the irony and humor perfectly, complete with a shocking ending that unless you watch very carefully, will not only surprise you, but make you laugh, despite the horror of it. The score, while not fitting for this type of movie, is so lush and beautiful that it seems to elevate the movie above its rather base level. The film defies description, but nevertheless, its in my all time best 100, not for quality, but for its demented entertainment value. And given its ludicrousness, the performances by Ruth Roman and Anjanette Comer, as well as the supporting players are better than you might expect. Not for all tastes, but if you liked "Tales From the Crypt" comics (not the TV shows) then I think you will enjoy this amazing and unique thriller.