Carnival of Souls
Directed by Herk Harvey
A woman begins seeing mysterious ghostly figures following her after a car crash in this creepy cult classic from 1962 which anticipates the films of George Romero and David Lynch. After specializing in industrial films, director Herk Harvey (who plays one of the ghouls) poured his heart and soul into what would be his only narrative feature. But after an initial box office failure, CARNIVAL became a cult classic to future generations, who connected with the film's atmospheric TWILIGHT ZONE-meets-Ingmar Bergman style. A must-see film for any horror fan.
A woman begins seeing mysterious ghostly figures following her after a car crash.
Cast: Candace Hilligoss, Frances Feist, Sidney Berger
Member Reviews
A classic psychological horror film that is pretty boring whenever the ghouls aren't present. The film really becomes incredible once the ghouls are walking about and dancing around. The scene where they are dancing fast to Mary's playing is incredibly well done. Also, the ghouls chasing after her at the beach is a great tense ending. I love it. But when the ghouls aren't on screen, the film is rather boring and not something I see myself getting into. So yeah.
Not bad! Looks like it was pretty good for it's time. A little eerie with that ghostly man showing up every so often.
This might be my new favorite classic
Might take a bit to get into but end up loving it. Gives a comfort movie vibe given the era. Definitely will be watching this movie again.
Kind of a neat little mood movie. Sort of a full-length Twilight Zone type deal.