The Changeling
Director: Peter Medak
Actors: George C. Scott, Trish Van Devere, Melvyn Douglas
PlotGrieving the tragic deaths of his wife and daughter in a road accident, composer John Russell relocates to Seattle to find solace and continue his work. He moves into an old Victorian mansion provided by the local historical society, hoping for a fresh start and a quiet place to heal and focus on his music. However, soon after settling in, John begins to experience a series of inexplicable and chilling events. He hears unexplained noises, witnesses doors slamming shut on their own, and perceives an unsettling presence in the house. Despite the eerie occurrences, John's curiosity is piqued rather than deterred, and he becomes determined to uncover the reason behind these supernatural phenomena.
As John delves deeper into the mansion's history, he discovers a hidden attic room that contains a child's wheelchair and other belongings. He enlists the help of Claire Norman, a member of the historical society, who becomes sympathetic to his plight. Together, they embark on a quest to unravel the mysteries of the house. They unearth an intricate web of dark secrets and past injustices tied to the estate. The more they learn, the more they realize that the mansion's disturbances are connected to a long-buried truth that someone is desperate to keep hidden. As they get closer to uncovering the identity of the unsettled spirit, their own lives begin to intertwine with the ominous forces at play within the haunted abode.
Writers: Russell Hunter, William Gray, Diana Maddox
Release Date: 28 Mar 1980
Runtime: 107 min
Rating: R
Country: Canada
Language: English
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