“House on Haunted Hill” is a horror film directed by William Castle in 1959. The film stars Vincent Price as eccentric millionaire Frederick Loren, who invites five guests to spend the night in a supposedly haunted house in exchange for $10,000 each.
The guests, including a test pilot, a newspaper columnist, and the house’s owner, arrive at the house and are met by Loren and his wife Annabelle. As the night progresses, strange and terrifying events occur, including a severed head that appears out of nowhere, a ghostly apparition, and the discovery of a pit filled with acid.
As tensions rise, it becomes clear that one of the guests is trying to scare the others and possibly even murder them. In the end, the identity of the villain is revealed, and a dramatic confrontation takes place, resulting in a thrilling climax.
“House on Haunted Hill” is known for its use of gimmicks, such as “Emergo,” a skeleton that would fly over the audience during certain scenes in theaters. The film has since become a cult classic and is often cited as an influential horror film of its time.
Directors:
William Castle
Writer:
Robb White
Stars:
Vincent PriceCarol OhmartRichard Long
