Directed by:
Peter DuffellScreenplay:
Robert BlochCinematography:
Ray ParslowCast:
Denholm Elliott, Peter Cushing, Joss Ackland, Christopher Lee, Jon Pertwee, Ingrid Pitt, Joanna Lumley, Jonathan Lynn, Geoffrey Bayldon, Robert Lang (more)Plots(1)
A Scotland Yard detective investigates a mysterious mansion with a ghoulish history and a chilling fate for its occupants in these four tales of terror. One of the classic Amicus anthologies written by Psycho author Robert Bloch and starring Peter Cushing, Christopher Lee and Ingrid Pitt. (Second Sight)
Reviews (3)
I'm very strict with my ratings on older horror films, but here I have to overrate, this is definitely one of the best anthology horror films ever. Surprisingly none of the stories have gore or scares, but you can tell there are very intelligent people behind this and every single story has a perfect final twist that it will make your throat dry. The highlight is the third story that combines witchcraft with an evil child, an excellent idea. It sizzles with tension throughout and there's no shortage of dark humor at times. Original, intelligent, suspenseful, entertaining, great. 85%.
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One of the best anthology films that I’ve had the honour of watching, but still not enough for five stars.
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The House That Dripped Blood has a great atmosphere, or rather, each story has an excellent atmosphere. It's a pity that the themes presented here have simply aged. Acting-wise, the film is excellent and the actors here don't just do their standard job, they really try to make the stories give you chills. At times, it succeeds, even considering how old the film is.
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