The Fall of the House of Usher (S)

1928 · Movie · 14 min. · United States

A traveller arrives at the Usher mansion to find that the sibling inhabitants, Roderick and Madeline Usher, are living under a mysterious family curse: Roderick's senses have become painfully acute, while Madeline has become nearly catatonic. As the visitor's stay at the mansion continues, the effects of the curse reach their terrifying climax.

Direction James Sibley Watson · Melville Webber

Cast Herbert Stern · Hildegarde Watson · Melville Webber

Soundtrack Alec Wilder

Screenplay Edgar Allan Poe

Cinematography James Sibley Watson · Melville Webber

Original title The Fall of the House of Usher (S)

6.4

198 votes (FilmAffinity)

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