When Gail Russell takes a job as a governess, she's in for a far spookier time than she bargained for. Sure, she starts to have romantic feelings for her employer, Joel McCrea. But he's inconsistent in his kindness and affection for her. Sure, the little girl likes her. But Joel's son is difficult and resentful. At least the neighbor, Dr. Herbert Marshall, is nice and gentlemanly.
There are secrets in the house, though, and secrets in the family. Gail doesn't figure things out right away, which helps stretch the plot of the film. This one's a good spooky choice for Halloween, if you like movies on the mellow, predictable side. I don't think anyone will be surprised by it, but at least you can sink into the comfort of an old black and white movie. If you like the cast, give it a shot. If you're just looking for a scary movie, look elsewhere.
There are secrets in the house, though, and secrets in the family. Gail doesn't figure things out right away, which helps stretch the plot of the film. This one's a good spooky choice for Halloween, if you like movies on the mellow, predictable side. I don't think anyone will be surprised by it, but at least you can sink into the comfort of an old black and white movie. If you like the cast, give it a shot. If you're just looking for a scary movie, look elsewhere.