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The Uninvited (1944)

"The Story of a Love That is Out of This World!"

6.919441h 39mEN
MysteryHorrorFantasyRomance

Directed by Lewis Allen

Rating

6.9/10

Runtime

1h 39m

Language

EN

Release

February 24, 1944

Director

Lewis Allen

Official Trailer

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Overview

A pair of siblings from London [Ray Milland and Ruth Hussey] purchase a surprisingly affordable, lonely cliff-top house in Cornwall, England. Only to discover that it actually carries a ghostly price, and soon they’re caught up in a bizarre romantic triangle from beyond the grave. Rich in atmosphere...

Cast

Ray Milland

Ray Milland

Roderick Fitzgerald

Ruth Hussey

Ruth Hussey

Pamela Fitzgerald

Gail Russell

Gail Russell

Stella Meredith

Donald Crisp

Donald Crisp

Commander Beech

Alan Napier

Alan Napier

Dr. Scott

Cornelia Otis Skinner

Cornelia Otis Skinner

Miss Holloway

Barbara Everest

Barbara Everest

Lizzie Flynn

Dorothy Stickney

Dorothy Stickney

Miss Bird

Queenie Leonard

Queenie Leonard

Mrs. Taylor

Rita Page

Rita Page

Annie

Holmes Herbert

Holmes Herbert

Charlie Jessup

Moyna MacGill

Moyna MacGill

Miss Coatsworthy

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into The Uninvited (1944), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

A pair of siblings from London [Ray Milland and Ruth Hussey] purchase a surprisingly affordable, lonely cliff-top house in Cornwall, England. Only to discover that it actually carries a ghostly price, and soon they’re caught up in a bizarre romantic triangle from beyond the grave. Rich in atmosphere, The Uninvited, directed by Lewis Allen, was groundbreaking for the seriousness with which it treated the supernatural, haunted house genre, and it remains an elegant and eerie experience, featuring a classic score by Victor Young. A tragic family past, a mysteriously locked room, cold chills, bumps in the night - this gothic Hollywood classic has it all.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of The Uninvited. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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