Don't Be Afraid of the Dark (1973)
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1h 14m
Released in 1973, Don't Be Afraid of the Dark follows a young woman who moves into an inherited Victorian mansion with her husband. As she settles into her new home, she uncovers a long-sealed fireplace in the basement, unknowingly unleashing a mysterious presence. Strange occurrences begin to disturb the once-tranquil atmosphere, but her concerns are dismissed by those around her. As the unexplained events escalate, she finds herself increasingly isolated and unsure of her own senses. With a mounting sense of dread and her sanity in question, the young woman struggles to make sense of the house’s dark legacy. This atmospheric made-for-TV horror film builds tension through suggestion and shadow, earning a reputation over the years as a cult favorite of its genre.
Cast:
Kim Darby as Sally Farnham
Jim Hutton as Alex Farnham
William Demarest as Mr. Harris
Barbara Anderson as Joan Kahn
Pedro Armendáriz Jr. as Francisco Perez
William Sylvester as Tom
Celia Kaye as Anne
Felix Silla as Creature
Tamara De Treaux as Creature
Patty Maloney as Creature
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