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Macabre (1958)

"As Blood-Chilling As Being Buried Alive!"

5.919581h 12mEN
HorrorThrillerMystery

Directed by William Castle

Rating

5.9/10

Runtime

1h 12m

Language

EN

Release

October 1, 1958

Director

William Castle

Official Trailer

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Overview

After his wife and her blind sister have died under his care, a doctor's young daughter is kidnapped and reported as buried alive, leaving him with mere hours to find and rescue her.

Cast

William Prince

William Prince

Dr. Rodney Barrett

Jacqueline Scott

Jacqueline Scott

Nurse Polly Baron

Jim Backus

Jim Backus

Sheriff Jim Tyloe

Jonathan Kidd

Jonathan Kidd

Ed Quigley, mortician

Ellen Corby

Ellen Corby

Miss Kushins

Philip Tonge

Philip Tonge

Jode Wetherby

Susan Morrow

Susan Morrow

Sylvia Stevenson

Christine White

Christine White

Nancy Wetherby

Robert Colbert

Robert Colbert

Nick, chauffeur

Dorothy Morris

Dorothy Morris

Alice Wetherby Barrett

Howard Hoffman

Howard Hoffman

Hummel, cemetery caretaker

Voltaire Perkins

Voltaire Perkins

Preacher

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Macabre (1958), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

After his wife and her blind sister have died under his care, a doctor's young daughter is kidnapped and reported as buried alive, leaving him with mere hours to find and rescue her.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Macabre. 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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