I saw this movie one afternoon on TV after school, probably more than 20 years ago. Considering the number of horror movies I have seen over the years, it is surprising this movie sticks out in my mind. I do remember "The House That Screamed" being slow moving during parts, but the ending is the payoff, although it is quite disturbing. It still gives me the shudders sometimes when I think back on it. I wonder if this is available on DVD.
The mood of the movie is morose and dark, reminding me a little of the Dario Argento, Pieces and a few other foreign made horror films. Lilli Palmer is excellent as the stern headmistress. Why is this film not more well-known and popular among horror fans? The only conclusion I can draw is that the shocking and disturbing subject matter is too hard to handle for most horror fans.
The mood of the movie is morose and dark, reminding me a little of the Dario Argento, Pieces and a few other foreign made horror films. Lilli Palmer is excellent as the stern headmistress. Why is this film not more well-known and popular among horror fans? The only conclusion I can draw is that the shocking and disturbing subject matter is too hard to handle for most horror fans.