Review of Carnival of Souls (1962) by The D — 29 May 2008

Creepy, Herk Harvey rising out of the water was the inspiration for Martin Sheen's scene in Apocalypse Now.

This review of Carnival of Souls (1962) was written by The D on 29 May 2008.

Carnival of Souls has generally received positive reviews.

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