Stranger in Our House
Stranger in Our House

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Stranger in Our House

1979
Movie
99 min
English

A country family of five take in charming cousin Julie, whose parents recently died in a car crash, though teenaged daughter Rachel grows suspect that she has an alternative agenda; one that possibly includes witchcraft.

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IMDb5.9/10
Director: Allen ReisnerGenres: Horror, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A young woman inherits a sprawling Southern mansion, only to discover that the house is haunted by the ghost of her aunt, who seemingly died under mysterious circumstances. As she delves deeper into the family's dark past, she uncovers a chilling conspiracy and finds herself increasingly isolated and terrified. The spectral presence manipulates events, leading her to question her sanity and the true nature of those around her.

Critical Reception

Stranger in Our House, also known as 'The Ghost of Sycorax', received mixed to negative reviews upon its release. While it tapped into the popular supernatural thriller genre of the late 70s, critics often cited its slow pacing and predictable plot. However, some appreciated its atmospheric tension and Linda Blair's performance in a role that echoed her earlier success in 'The Exorcist'. Audiences generally found it to be a serviceable, if unremarkable, made-for-television horror film.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film struggled with pacing issues, often feeling too slow for a thriller.

  • Linda Blair's performance was a highlight, though the material didn't always support it.

  • The supernatural elements and mystery were deemed predictable by many reviewers.

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Fun Fact

The film was based on the novel "The Ghost of Sycorax" by Barbara Michaels.

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