From a Whisper to a Scream
Director: Jeff Burr
Actors: Vincent Price, Clu Gulager, Terry Kiser
PlotIn a quiet, eerie Southern town, an elderly historian recounts a series of disturbing tales surrounding the town’s dark and sinister past. Each story unveils the town's history, filled with macabre events and horrifying secrets. The historian begins by telling the tale of a man who has an unusual and gruesome addiction, leading him down a deadly path. Next, another character is introduced; a desperate individual who makes a pact with dark forces, paying a heavy price. These chilling and interconnected stories reveal the haunted and cursed nature of the town.
As the historian continues to relay these haunting narratives, a pattern of vengeful spirits, malevolent entities, and tragic fates emerges. The tales he shares span various time periods, each one darker and more unsettling than the last, depicting how the sins of the past continue to haunt present-day inhabitants. Through his grim anecdotes, the historian portrays a community ensnared by supernatural forces, where violence and death seem inescapable. The film builds an ominous atmosphere as it delves deeper into the town's cursed legacy, leaving an indelible mark on anyone who dares to listen.
Writers: C. Courtney Joyner, Darin Scott, Jeff Burr
Release Date: 25 Sep 1987
Runtime: 99 min
Rating: R
Country: United States
Language: English
Home Video Reviews
Scream Factory’s From a Whisper to a Scream revives a creepy Southern Gothic anthology, enhanced by superb supplemental features and a strong audio-visual presentation.
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