A woman reports that her young daughter is missing, but there seems to be no evidence that she ever existed.
New York governess Ann Lake brings her young brother, Steven, to live with her in a secluded country house near a village named Bunny Lake. On their first day, Steven disappears. Ann frantically searches for him, but no one else seems to remember him ever existing, and her new employer, Mrs. Horrobin, insists Steven is just a figment of her imagination. Ann must uncover the truth before she is deemed insane or worse.
Otto Preminger's psychological thriller was met with a mixed to positive reception from critics, who often praised its suspenseful atmosphere and Carol Lynley's performance, though some found the plot convoluted and the ending less than satisfying. Audiences were intrigued by its unsettling premise and moody cinematography.
Google audience: Google user reviews are not readily available for this older film, but general audience reception often points to its effectiveness as a mood piece and a showcase for its lead actress.
The film's climactic scene was shot on location in a real amusement park, adding to its eerie atmosphere.
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