Synopsis
Prequel to the Henry James classic "Turn of the Screw" about the events leading up to the deaths of Peter Quint and Ms. Jessel, and the slow corruption of the children in their care.
Ratings
IMDb5.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes57%
83 audience votes
Key crew
- Michael WinnerDirector
- Michael HastingsWriter
- Jerry FieldingOriginal Music Composer
Cast
- Marlon BrandoPeter Quint
- Stephanie BeachamMiss Jessel
- Thora HirdMrs. Grose
- Harry AndrewsMaster of the House
- Verna HarveyFlora
- Christopher EllisMiles
- Anna PalkNew Governess
Stills
Themes
bondagecorruptionprequelmurdermansioncrueltygothic horrormasochistgovernesskiller childrenorphan siblingsbad influence