Yes, there's lots of shadows and atmosphere in this 10 Star episode, hands down one of the best from the first season. Another example why Robert C. Dennis was an outstanding tv writer, and Robert Stevens, one of the all time top directors. Hitch did his homework.
Interestingly, this is one of the few episodes to have an all male cast. Prolific actor Everett Sloane returns to the series, playing insightful Father Vicente, who runs a remote monestary and has a strange, new guest.
Mark Damon, in his only appearance, portrays a bitter young man called Clements, who has traced another man he absolutely despises to the monestary. He is seeking revenge, and basically asks Father Vicente to look the other way so he can settle an old score.
Not an easy request, and as you would expect. Watch what happens. Terrific acting.
Damon is very good in this role, of course, a hero to horror film buffs, known for the HOUSE OF USHER (1960), opposite Vincent Price, and BLACK SABBATH (1964), starring Boris Karloff. Everett Sloane shines here and certainly steals the show. Look for Claude Akins, in an early role, playing a cop.
Truly, an original story that will hold your attention and keep you guessing, always Hitch's intention. SEASON 1 EPISODE 22 remastered Universal dvd box set No. 1.