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**_A macabre dance at Blackwood Castle in England on All Hallows' Eve_** In the late 1840s, an American writer (Anthony Franciosa) meets Edgar Allan Poe (Klaus Kinski) on his visit to London and questions the authenticity of his tales. H...
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Web of the Spider
1971
Movie
102 min
Italian
Alan Foster, a professional American journalist, travels to London to meet with Edgar Allan Poe for an interview. While in London, Alan soon finds himself in the company of Lord Blackwood, and Alan accepts a bet to spend a night in his castle
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IMDb6.5/10
Director: Riccardo Freda•Genres: Horror, Mystery, Thriller
Plot Summary
A dying millionaire, Lord Sinclair, offers a journalist a large sum of money to spend one night in his supposedly haunted mansion and write about his experiences. The journalist accepts, but soon finds himself entangled in a web of suspicion, murder, and supernatural occurrences. As the night progresses, he uncovers dark family secrets and the true nature of the 'haunting'.
Critical Reception
Web of the Spider is considered a classic of Italian giallo cinema, praised for its atmospheric tension, stylish direction, and intricate plot. While some critics note its occasional slow pacing, it is generally lauded for its suspenseful narrative and effective horror elements.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its atmospheric and suspenseful direction.
Appreciated for its intricate mystery and gothic horror elements.
Noted for its stylish visuals typical of the giallo genre.
Google audience: Audience reviews are generally positive, highlighting the film's suspenseful atmosphere and classic giallo feel. Some viewers find the plot a bit convoluted but ultimately enjoy the mystery and horror.
Fun Fact
The film is an unofficial remake of the 1941 American film 'The Great Lie', adapting its plot into the Italian giallo style.
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