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Tales of Terror (1962)

"A Trilogy of Shock and Horror!"

6.719621h 29mEN
HorrorComedyMysteryThriller

Directed by Roger Corman

Rating

6.7/10

Runtime

1h 29m

Language

EN

Release

July 4, 1962

Director

Roger Corman

Official Trailer

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Overview

Three stories adapted from the work of Edgar Allen Poe: 1) A man and his daughter are reunited, but the blame for the death of his wife hangs over them, unresolved. 2) A derelict challenges the local wine-tasting champion to a competition, but finds the man's attention to his wife worthy of more d...

Cast

Vincent Price

Vincent Price

Locke / Fortunato / Valdemar / Narrator

Peter Lorre

Peter Lorre

Montresor ("The Black Cat")

Basil Rathbone

Basil Rathbone

Carmichael ("The Case of M. Valdemar")

Debra Paget

Debra Paget

Helene ("The Case of M. Valdemar")

Maggie Pierce

Maggie Pierce

Lenora ("Morella")

Joyce Jameson

Joyce Jameson

Annabel ("The Black Cat")

Leona Gage

Leona Gage

Morella ("Morella")

David Frankham

David Frankham

Dr. James ("The Case of M. Valdemar")

Lennie Weinrib

Lennie Weinrib

Policeman ("The Black Cat")

Wally Campo

Wally Campo

Barman Wilkins ("The Black Cat")

Alan DeWitt

Alan DeWitt

Chairman of Wine Society ("The Black Cat")

John Hackett

John Hackett

Policeman ("The Black Cat")

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Tales of Terror (1962), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Three stories adapted from the work of Edgar Allen Poe: 1) A man and his daughter are reunited, but the blame for the death of his wife hangs over them, unresolved. 2) A derelict challenges the local wine-tasting champion to a competition, but finds the man's attention to his wife worthy of more dramatic action. 3) A man dying and in great pain agrees to be hypnotized at the moment of death, with unexpected consequences.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Tales of Terror. 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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