Review of House on Haunted Hill (1959) by Lee B — 31 Oct 2009

Much better than that gorey remake. Original is best. Good story.

This review of House on Haunted Hill (1959) was written by Lee B on 31 Oct 2009.

House on Haunted Hill has generally received mixed reviews.

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