Italy brought us many excellent Gothic horror classics in the 1960's. The Long Hair Of Death is a perfect exemplification of what made them so. The thoughtful, eloquent and creepy black and white photography shines in this 60+ year old film, immersing you into a sumptuous, frightening nightmare. Psychologically terrifying, yet gorgeous to look at. It's quite a sensory thrill! Barbara Steele, with those creepily beautiful eyes (those eyes!!!) leads an equally excellent cast of medieval meanies who do some genuinely pretty nasty stuff. Of special note is Laura Nucci, playing the icy black-haired sinister housemaid of this nightmare castle.
Watch this one to reaffirm your love of Gothic horror.
Watch this one to reaffirm your love of Gothic horror.