The Haunting (1963)

A film review by Christopher Null - Copyright © 1999 Filmcritic.com

Yeah, it's really rated G. Not particularly scary (anymore), this "bloodless" horror film is all in your head. Julie Harris disappoints as the nutty Eleanor, who screams and squeals a lot when she figures a haunted house is out to get her. Frankly, it put me to sleep -- and Harris's constant, nagging voice over makes you want to tape your ears shut.

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Rating

2.5 out of 5 Stars

Cast and Crew

  • Director: Robert Wise
  • Producer: Robert Wise
  • Screenwriter: Nelson Gidding
  • Stars: Julie Harris, Claire Bloom, Richard Johnson, Russ Tamblyn
  • MPAA Rating: G
  • Year of Release: 1963
  • Released on Video: 09/01/2009