The Turn of the Screw - 2020

This film adaptation of Henry James' Victorian ghost story changes the location to present day Wellington. Set in a theatre over the course of an evening, Julia finds herself as a last-minute replacement for another actress at the dress rehearsal of a stage play version of The Turn of the Screw, set in 1890. Arriving at the theatre late that night, Julia is immediately thrown on stage and into her role, playing to an empty auditorium. As she interacts with the other characters and the story becomes increasingly terrifying, Julia begins to believe that not only is the fictitious house haunted… but also the theatre itself!

87min
2020
Released
Trakio rating0.0/10
IMDB rating6.0/10

Cast

Ben Fransham profile pictureBen FranshamUncle / Quint
Sarah Munn profile pictureSarah MunnMiss Jessel

About The Turn of the Screw

The Turn of the Screw Overview

This film adaptation of Henry James' Victorian ghost story changes the location to present day Wellington. Set in a theatre over the course of an evening, Julia finds herself as a last-minute replacement for another actress at the dress rehearsal of a stage play version of The Turn of the Screw, set in 1890. Arriving at the theatre late that night, Julia is immediately thrown on stage and into her role, playing to an empty auditorium. As she interacts with the other characters and the story becomes increasingly terrifying, Julia begins to believe that not only is the fictitious house haunted… but also the theatre itself!

Runtime: 87min

Extra details

Original Title: The Turn of the Screw
Original Language: English
Directed By: Alex Galvin
Production Companies
Galvinized FilmsSampson PicturesRed Tree Creative