Rent A Warning to the Curious
(1972)

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Dim the lights, stoke up the fire and settle down for a classic chiller from the BBC's much loved A Ghost Story for Christmas series. Based on a story by the master of the supernatural tale, M.R. James, A Warning to the Curious tells the tale of three fabled crowns buried on the Norfolk coast which, according to legend, protect England from invasion. When an amateur archaeologist (Peter Vaughan) goes treasure hunting for the last remaining crown, he digs up more than he bargained for...
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A Classic
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Although getting on a bit this film still has the power to scare. The muted film stock and lack of widescreen add to the feeling of timelessness but it's the cinematography that gives the film its edge. Long lingering shots of the remote Norfolk countryside coupled with the haunting soundtrack create a sense of unease which builds throughout. Many a modern horror filmmaker could take a lesson from Lawrence Gordon Clark on how to evoke emotion and threat on the screen.
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Rated: 3.8 stars out of 5 from 15 ratings
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Parental Guidance - general viewing but some scenes may be unsuitable for young children
| Release Date: | 25/11/2002 |
| Production Year: | 1972 |
| Run Time: | 50 minutes |
| Aspect Ratio: | Full Screen 1.33:1 / 4:3 |
| Format: | Pal |
| Colour: | Colour |
Special Features:
- A reading of the original M.R. James story
- Interactive menu
- Chapter selection