Tag Archives: William Castle

13 Ghosts (1960)

Posted on July 19, 2011 at 6:52 am by Jeff Kuykendall

When I wrote about The Tingler (1959), I likened William Castle’s “gimmick” films to carnival spookshow rides.  By that standard, 13 Ghosts (1960) is his version of Disney’s Haunted Mansion (which would open its doors in a few years).  Each … Continue reading →

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The Tingler (1959)

Posted on July 9, 2011 at 10:56 am by Jeff Kuykendall

“I’m William Castle, the director of the film you’re about to see.  I feel obligated to warn you that some of the sensations, some of the physical reactions which the actors on the screen will feel, will also be experienced, … Continue reading →

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