Mr Harvey Lights a Candle
Mr Harvey Lights a Candle

Mr Harvey Lights a Candle

2005Movie90 minEnglish

A teacher comes to terms with his past during a school trip to Salisbury Cathedral.

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IMDb6.4/10
Director: Nick WillingGenres: Drama, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

When a young woman inherits an old mansion, she discovers a dark secret connected to the previous owner and a series of mysterious disappearances. As she delves deeper, she uncovers a chilling conspiracy involving the local villagers and the enigmatic Mr. Harvey, who seems to hold the key to the unsettling events.

Critical Reception

Mr Harvey Lights a Candle received a mixed to positive reception, with critics often praising its atmospheric tension and strong performances, particularly from Jemima Rooper. However, some found the plot somewhat predictable or convoluted, and the pacing occasionally faltered.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its gothic atmosphere and suspenseful build-up.
  • Jemima Rooper's performance as the protagonist was frequently highlighted as a strong point.
  • Some reviewers noted that the mystery's resolution felt less impactful than the initial premise.

Google audience: Audience reviews for this film are scarce, but where available, viewers often commented on its eerie mood and the compelling nature of its central mystery, though some wished for a more satisfying conclusion.

Fun Fact

The film is based on the 1974 novel of the same name by Canadian author Mary Wesley.

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Peter McGinn

Peter McGinn

This is a gem of a movie. It follows Mr. Harvey, a teacher who almost seems to be stagnated as an educator, no longer relevant or interesting to his students. He and two other faculty lead a field trip, an annual trip to a cathedral, in th...