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The Fall of the House of Usher (1960) Reviews

The Fall of the House of Usher (1960)
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The first of Roger Corman's Edgar Allan Poe films, Fall of the House of Usher was originally released as simply House of Usher. Vincent Price stars as the foredoomed Roderick Usher. Living in his decaying family mansion with his young sister Madeline (Myrna Fahey), Roderick does his best to shoo away Madeline's fiance Philip Winthrop (Mark Damon). He tells the young swain that Madeline suffers from the family curse of encroaching madness, and thus cannot be permitted to bear children. After a series of suspicious, near-fatal accidents, Phillip insists that Madeline be allowed to leave with him at once. But Roderick sadly announces that this is impossible: Madeline has died, and is slated to be entombed. Informed by the family butler that Madeline has previously been prone to near-catatonic spells, Phillip angrily insists that the girl may very well have been buried alive. The climactic conflagration would be recycled as stock footage in future Corman/Poe efforts, as would the set representing the Usher home. ~ Hal Erickson, Rovi

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Starring:
Vincent Price, Mark Damon, (more)
Director(s):
Roger Corman
Format(s):
DVD
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Shakti R.

a true classic. great storyline , well acted and good set designs, great photography. this movie is briliant.

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Steve G.

This is the same set as "The Pit and the Pendulum" - made a year after this movie. Okay - - - the guy who played "Philip Winthrop" (who loves Vincent Price's sister) is a PATHETIC actor ! Oh my gosh ! He ruins this entire movie - - SOOOOO BAD ! Just like another "C-rated" actor a year later killed Price's "Pit and the Pendulum". The scenery and spooky castle are excellent - - Vincent Price is pretty good. But Mark Damon (ie: "Philip Winthrop") acts like a complete SPAZ throughout this entire movie - - seriously, this movie could have been SO MUCH BETTER !

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Steven G.

one of the best edgar allen poe stories made by roger corman, king of the b movies starring vincent price. eerie, atmospheric and supenseful. definitely worth watching.

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EARTHUR O.

I THINK THIS FILM IS A CLASSIC. IT IS VINCENT PRICE'S BEST FILM

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Jeff B.

I've waited a long time to get scared again in only the way that Vincent Price could make your skin crawl. Truly a classic telling of the Poe tale.

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James L.

This is one movie I can watch over and over again. I love the bright vivid colors! Vincent Price is the man for these gothic tales. Just a great movie if you love classic gothic horror films. Let your imagination do all the work for you when you watch films such as these. Who says you have to show brains and guts being ripped out of a body? Just imagine being entombed alive! NOW that is scarey! ~ Susan L.

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Steve D.

Normally I agree with the member reviews so i do not feel compelled to write anything with similar regard.However, I do not understand how anyone even on their worst day would consider this Vincent Prices BEST movie. The only thing remotley great about this movie were the colorful sets and the feeling that you just took 5 Ambiens (good luck staying awake if you start this past 11pm). There is a huge focus on set design and elaborate costumes which is cool but the male lead oppisate V.P is one of the worst actors if not the worst I have ever seen. The plot drags along with the performances and worst of all NOTHING seems important, there is no feeling of danger or even concern for any one of these lame characters. In its era I am sure this was beautifully crafted and visual eye candy but if you want a great V.P flick go find The Tingler or The Pit and the Pendulum or even The Fly, unless your an insomniac in dire need of sleep I would not waste your time.

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Jorge C.

old-fashioned horror movie. loved it when i was a kid, but memories are often better than reality.

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H H C.

For a time in motion pictures when acting was "the movie" this goes to show it-Loose Poe storyline but strong performances (V P @ his best on the Corman flicks) makes this a must for classic horror fans!

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Renee G.

The wrong DVD was shipped to me I got the new version and it reaked

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    Shakti R.

    a true classic. great storyline , well acted and good set designs, great photography. this movie is briliant.

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    Steve G.

    This is the same set as "The Pit and the Pendulum" - made a year after this movie. Okay - - - the guy who played "Philip Winthrop" (who loves Vincent Price's sister) is a PATHETIC actor ! Oh my gosh ! He ruins this entire movie - - SOOOOO BAD ! Just like another "C-rated" actor a year later killed Price's "Pit and the Pendulum". The scenery and spooky castle are excellent - - Vincent Price is pretty good. But Mark Damon (ie: "Philip Winthrop") acts like a complete SPAZ throughout this entire movie - - seriously, this movie could have been SO MUCH BETTER !

    Yes   |   No

     
    Steven G.

    one of the best edgar allen poe stories made by roger corman, king of the b movies starring vincent price. eerie, atmospheric and supenseful. definitely worth watching.

    Yes   |   No

     
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